 | About EUKN The European Urban Knowledge Network facilitates the exchange of
demand-driven knowledge and experience on urban issues. EUKN supports policy
makers and practitioners across Europe in developing effective urban policy and
to promote the vitality of Europe’s towns and cities. 16 EU Member States,
EUROCITIES, the URBACT Programme and the European Commission participate in
EUKN.
E-library
The main component of EUKN is its on-line database, the European urban e-library. To ensure the constant availability of comprehensive, detailed, relevant and up-to-date knowledge, each of the 16 Member States has established a National Focal Point. The National Focal Point is responsible for collecting relevant knowledge at national level and making it available to EUKN. EUROCITIES, the network of major European cities, different DGs within the European Commission and associated networks of researchers and practitioners also provide EUKN with knowledge. In this way, EUKN links existing local, regional, national and European networks on urban policy. Available knowledge and experience on EUKN.org
The EUKN e-library currently provides knowledge on six urban policy areas: The e-library contains four types of documents:
The EUKN e-library offers demand-driven knowledge. Feedback from EUKN users
is essential. Please share your comments,
questions and suggestions with us.
Other EUKN services
You can find an overview of urban news and meetings on the EUKN website. EUKN compiles bi-weekly thematic Research & Practice Reviews and sends out occasional e-alerts!, which reach over 20,000 urban professionals. EUKN Secretariat
The EUKN Secretariat is responsible for the day-to-day management of EUKN and the maintenance of the EUKN website. The EUKN Secretariat is housed at the Nicis Institute in The Hague, the Netherlands. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our staff. EUKN's definition of urban policy
All EUKN partners have jointly formulated a common definition of urban policy. "Urban policy is multidisciplinary and constantly adjusting itself to new
demands. Cities as focus of modern society are socially, culturally and
economically dynamic entities. Successful urban policy integrates multiple
domains: Relevant domains are labour market, spatial planning, housing,
environmental sustainability, safety, mobility, economy, culture, and social
inclusion policies.
The main focus of effective urban policy is life and functions in urban
areas. Effective management of urban policy is marked by good governance.
Increased citizen and civil society participation, as well as cooperation
between local authorities and municipalities are an indispensable part of urban
policy. The main challenges posed by urban policy are to create cities that are
inclusive, attractive, safe and offer opportunities for all."
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