Good Practice - Project
Supporting the engagement of civil society
A Local Action Group engaged local coordinators to stimulate volunteer action and engagement in grassroots initiatives.
General information
RDP Priority
- P6. Social inclusion and local development
RDP Focus Area
- 6B: Local development
Summary
Development Vorarlberg” (Regio-V) has engaged five coordinators of volunteers who are supporting and mobilising civil engagement in 18 villages in a rural region of western Austria. The coordinators are analysing development needs which can be covered by civil initiatives, while supporting citizens in developing projects.
Almost all existing associations and initiatives are receiving support on exchanging experiences, training and education and cooperation. In this way the self-reliance and social capital of the villages is strengthened.
Results
Five coordinators of volunteers employed.
Coordinators supported 40 projects/initiatives that are implemented by around 200 volunteers.
Increased cooperation has strengthened local communities and resilience.
Promoter
Regionalentwicklung Vorarlberg eGen
Funding
Total budget 626 463 (EUR)
EAFRD 300 702 (EUR)
National/Regional 200 468 (EUR)
Other 125 293 (EUR)
Topics
Resources
Documents
gp_at_engage_civil_society_web_je.pdf
(PDF – 419.55 KB)
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