Projects & Practice

A sports club used RDP support to renovate its facilities and offer a space that contributes to the integration of immigrants in the local society.

Sweden’s National Rural Network has set up thematic working groups to improve and encourage the role of rural stakeholders in the delivery of rural development activity.

A project that supports the integration of young immigrants into Swedish society and is organised by young immigrants themselves.

At a time when news reporting is often controlled by a few, large media channels, a LEADER project gave voice to small local communities.

The challenge of increasing food production without harming the environment might be solved through innovative production techniques, such as aquaponics.

In order to take advantage of the enormous potential of outdoor tourism, fostering cooperation and networking among the local actors is essential.

Setting up a micro-fund as an alternative way to provide guarantees or loans for small, local organisations.

An advisory programme on reducing nutrient pollution, implemented at county level, helps minimise the impact of agriculture on the environment.

A Finnish NGO used EAFRD funding in a transnational project to exchange and develop best practices for integrating immigrants and refugees in rural areas.

A series of locally organised music festivals to promote social cohesion, youth engagement and community spirit.