We are an idea lab organized as a non-profit organisation. Our board has ample national and international experience, and we are part of a European-level network of like-minded research and innovation organisations. We aim to support our vision for the cities of the future by developing and implementing initiatives, projects and services, to the following ends:

1. Ensuring the quality of life, sustainability and smart development of local communities at urban and regional level, in Romania and beyond, at European level;

2. Supporting participation of citizens and youth to decision-making,  city life and the redevelopment of urban spaces;

3. Actively reducing the gaps between rural and urban areas and strengthening urban-rural linkages;

4. Developing urban and rural communities through urban planning and architecture services and consultancy;

5. Supporting good governance and partnerships between the public sector, academic institutions and private sector research and companies;

6. Encouraging social innovation and integration, including for disadvantaged groups and migrants;

7. Reducing the divide between Romania and the Western Europe and stimulating the exchange of experiences.

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