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Unlocking the Power of Participation: ALDA’s Membership Days Approach

Nov 16, 2023

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In a world where collaboration and participation stand at the forefront of community development, ALDA takes a significant stride forward with its upcoming event – the Membership Days. Tailored exclusively for ALDA members and potential members, this dynamic initiative serves as a gateway to explore the diverse facets of ALDA’s work, network possibilities, and equips participants with the essential tools to venture into the realm of citizens’ participation and inclusion.

Organisational Highlights:

Format: A blend of in-person and online webinars and training sessions.

Eligibility: Exclusive to ALDA members and potential members already in touch with ALDA staff to embark in the adhesion process, ensuring a community of like-minded individuals passionate about local democracy and citizen engagement.

Language: The working language for the event is English, fostering a global dialogue among participants. Working language of the open day in Vicenza will be Italian. 

Online Connection: A link to connect online will be sent a few days before the registered event(s).

Registration: ALDA members and potential members can register by filling out the registration form.

Programme Overview:

Monday, 27 November 2023 – In presence 

Meet ALDA: Vicenza open day!

Location: ALDA Office in Vicenza, Viale Milano 36, Vicenza (IT)

Time: 14:30-17:30 CET

Highlights: Explore ALDA’s Vicenza office, engage with ALDA staff, and delve into the various activities and thematic hubs. The event includes welcoming words by ALDA’s Secretary General, Mrs. Antonella Valmorbida, and the Director of Programmes and Corporate Strategy, Mr. Marco Boaria, followed by a showcase of ALDA’s activities and thematic hubs, concluding with a friendly networking aperitivo.

Tuesday, 28 November 2023 – Online Sessions

Discover the activities related to Thematic Hubs of ALDA!

  • Presentation of ALDA’s “Gender Equality & Anti Discrimination policy”: 14:30-15:30 CET.
  • Dissemination of ALDA’s Gender Equality and Anti-Discrimination Policy among members.
  • Language: English.
  • Training on e-Democracy and online participation: 16:00-17:30 CET.
  • A hands-on session showcasing the potential of e-democracy and e-participation tools.
  • Language: English.

Wednesday 29 November – Online Session

ALDA Members in Action!

Subgrantees of ALDA’s Operating Grant 2023: Their Experiences (14:00-16:00 CET): ALDA members who received subgrants in 2023 share their experiences and the impactful actions facilitated by ALDA’s Operating Grant.

Registration and Further Information:

Join this immersive experience by registering here: https://bit.ly/3QAjUB8 . For additional information, reach out to Veronica Vidotto, ALDA’s Membership Officer, at membership@alda-europe.eu

Stay tuned for more opportunities!

In the upcoming weeks, ALDA will conduct a three-day online training on EU project development. Keep an eye out for more information!