From 12-14 October, Brussels will host the European Week of Regions and Cities, which is the EU's largest event dedicated to Cohesion Policy. The event allows participants to come together and foster cooperation, knowledge exchange and addressing regional and urban challenges. Cities and regions use this event to present their policies and capacity for growth through workshops and sessions. This year's theme is centred around the motto "Strong regions, strong Europe", as the event focuses on bringing together stakeholders from cities and regions across Europe.

During the European Week of Regions and Cities, the European Data Portal will co-host a stand on 14 October from 08:30-18:00 in Brussels. Step into the shoes of a newcomer and discover how the Integreat platform makes it easier to find trusted information on essential services during your first weeks and months in a new community. Explore how open data can help municipalities create efficient, cost-effective solutions that support integration and help newcomers thrive. Visit this stand to experience a practical example of how data-driven innovation fosters collaboration between local authorities and stakeholders to build more inclusive communities. Registrations for the event are now open.