Placemaking Week Europe is created in the spirit of collaboration and inspiration and it has proven to be a vital platform to share best practices, foster meaningful collaborations across borders, and to experience the host city’s places, and initiatives firsthand. We provide a friendly environment surrounded by brilliant minds.
Reggio Emilia stands as a dynamic intersection of history, innovation, and inclusivity, where the historical legacy of resistance continues to shape today’s strong culture of social cooperatives, community engagement and civic activism.
These values have shaped the way the city approaches inclusive urban development, particularly in balancing the needs of diverse communities. The active network of local associations fosters a sense of collective responsibility, ensuring that solidarity and mutual aid remain central to urban life. At the same time, Reggio Emilia’s commitment to well-being—through inclusive urban design, sustainable consumption, and local food systems—ensures that all residents, including vulnerable populations, enjoy a high quality of life.
