Events

On 16 July, the Faculty of Public Policies of Silesian University in Opava hosted a validation workshop focused on reviewing four advanced-level microcredentials developed within the INNlocal project. The workshop brought together representatives of local public administration and experts from practice, some of them also active in the academic environment. Together, they provided feedback on…

The II European (Local) Public Innovation Conference was held from September 16 to 18, 2025, at the Silesian University in Opava, Czech Republic, gathering researchers, policymakers, and practitioners from across Europe to exchange knowledge and experiences on the future of local public administration. Over three days, participants explored key themes, including civil participation, digital transformation,…

From 16–18 September 2025, the Faculty of Public Policies at the Silesian University in Opava will host the second edition of the international conference focused on innovation in local public administration. The programme features opening speeches, keynote lectures, and panel sessions, covering topics such as civic participation, digital transformation, environmental sustainability, and diversity & inclusion. The conference welcomes…

INNlocal arrived in Spain! The INNlocal – Innovation in and through Local Governments – project held a working session at the Rovira i Virgili University, in Spain, dedicated to experimenting with new approaches to innovation in local public administration. The session brought together officials from local authorities for an activity that combined an institutional presentation…

We are excited to share the Benchmarking Report on Best and New Practices in Local Public Administration, developed as part of the INNLocal project! This comprehensive study identifies best and new practices in environmental sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and citizenship participation across European municipalities. It provides key insights into how local governments can lead with…