Welcome to Brussels! Join the PES Group activities during the EWRC 2025
Hello!
Congratulations, you have been selected to join the EU Regions Week 2025 in Brussels! From 13-15 October, you’ll join Europe’s biggest gathering of local and regional leaders, and we’re thrilled to have you on board.
As part of your journey with the Party of the European Socialists Group, we’d love for you to take part in three key moments:
🍻Join us some drinks with our President, Vice-President and the PES Group team
📅 Monday, 13 October | 19:00
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We’re delighted to invite you to a friendly get-together with the President and Vice-President of the PES Group. It will be a great opportunity to get to know each other and exchange ideas. We very much look forward to seeing you there! More info will be shared with you soon.
1️⃣ Workshop: Feminist Cities are Progressive Cities: Designing Urban Spaces for All
📅 Tuesday, 14 October | 09:30 – 11:00
📍 European Committee of the Regions, Rue Belliard 99–101, Brussels, JDE 62 (6th floor)
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This flagship workshop explores how feminist policies from safer public spaces to gender-responsive budgeting can transform our cities. Featuring inspiring voices such as Luca Menesini, Kata Tüttő, Haris Doukas, Tom Jungen, Carina Ohlsson, and Lina Gálvez.
2️⃣ PES Group Meeting
📅 Tuesday, 14 October | 11:00 - 13:00
📍 European Committee of the Regions, Jacques Delors building, JDE 62 (6th floor)
Right after the Feminist Cities workshop, join us for our PES Group Meeting. This a chance to connect with PES Group members, hear updates on our political priorities, and exchange ideas directly with decision-makers.
3️⃣ Event: Housing Solutions Now: A Chat with Your Progressive Mayor
📅 Wednesday 15 October | 09:30 - 10h00
📍 European Committee of the Regions, Rue Belliard 99–101, Brussels | JDE 61 (6th Floor)
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Join us for a unique #EUTalk with a prominent mayor to discuss the pressing issue of housing. Your Mayor plays a key role in bridging European and local policies to tackle the housing crisis affecting our continent.
This is your chance to engage directly, understand the initiatives of the European Committee of the Regions and the PES Group, and discover how they are advocating for housing within the European Agenda. Let's come together to demand action and solutions for affordable housing!
Don’t forget: registration closes on 30 September — make sure your place is secured!
If you need any help with logistics, accessibility, or tips for making the most of your stay in Brussels, we’re here for you.
We can’t wait to welcome you, exchange ideas, and co-create the feminist, resilient, and fair cities of tomorrow.
Best regards,
Vanessa Paget
