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The 2024 European LEADER Congress at the Futuroscope, Poitiers, gathered over 440 participants from across Europe to advance cooperation within the LEADER programme. With inspiring sessions on project management, cross-border collaboration, and best practices, as well as the dynamic Cooperation Fair, the event showcased the innovative spirit of rural development. Read more…

The very first European LEADER Congress was held on 18 and 19 December. The event was organised in Brussels by ELARD under the French Presidency 2023-2024. Around 800 people attended from various European countries. A total of 36 nationalities were represented. During the Congress, various discussions took place on LEADER Read more…