EARLALL Contributes to Stakeholder Consultation on the Future of the New European Bauhaus

04/06/2026

On 3 June 2026, EARLALL participated in a stakeholder consultation organised at the European Committee of the Regions (CoR) in Brussels to discuss the future development of the New European Bauhaus (NEB).

The consultation aimed to gather feedback on the key recommendations outlined in the draft Committee of the Regions opinion on the New European Bauhaus. Bringing together representatives from local and regional authorities, EU institutions, civil society organisations, academia and practitioners, the event provided an opportunity to assess whether the proposed measures adequately respond to the needs and expectations of stakeholders across Europe and to identify additional ideas for strengthening the implementation of the initiative.

Participants engaged in thematic discussions covering key aspects of the New European Bauhaus, including citizen participation, funding mechanisms, the development of the NEB Label and skills development. Through collaborative exchanges, stakeholders shared experiences from their respective sectors and explored ways to further embed the principles of sustainability, inclusion and aesthetics into local and regional development.

EARLALL took part in the working group dedicated to the NEB Academy, contributing its expertise in lifelong learning, capacity building and stakeholder engagement. Discussions focused on the skills and competences needed to support the green, social and cultural transitions promoted by the New European Bauhaus, as well as on approaches to making learning opportunities more accessible and relevant for different target groups.

The consultation highlighted the importance of cooperation between European institutions, regional and local authorities, education and training providers, and civil society in ensuring the successful implementation of the New European Bauhaus. The outcomes of the discussions will contribute to the finalisation of the Committee of the Regions opinion and help shape future actions supporting the initiative across Europe.

As a European association representing regional and local authorities committed to lifelong learning, EARLALL welcomes the opportunity to contribute to policy discussions that connect education, sustainability, inclusion and innovation, and looks forward to continuing its engagement with the New European Bauhaus community.