RUSTIK & GRANULAR Final Conference

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The GRANULAR and RUSTIK projects are pleased to invite you to their joint Final Conference, taking place on 24–25 June 2026 at Fondation Universitaire in Brussels, Belgium.

Objectives

  • Present and discuss the key results of the GRANULAR and RUSTIK Horizon Europe projects.
  • Showcase the tools and policy recommendations developed over the past four years.
  • Share insights and experiences from the GRANULAR and RUSTIK Multi-Actor Labs / Living Labs.
  • Facilitate exchange and networking among stakeholders working on rural development and innovation.

Programme Overview

Day 1 – 24 June (13:30–18:00)
Focus on the main research findings and outputs from both projects, including local perspectives and contributions from external speakers.
The day will conclude with a networking drink.

Day 2 – 25 June (09:00–14:00)
Explore future perspectives for rural policies and present practical, on-the-ground experiences based on the projects’ impact.
The conference will close with a networking lunch.

Who should attend?

This two-day event will bring together project partners, policymakers, practitioners, and rural stakeholders interested in rural development and innovation.

Important information

Please note that participants are responsible for covering their own travel, accommodation, and subsistence costs.

Heading to Brussels? Find everything you need to plan your trip in our Participants toolkit.

Event details

  • Location: Fondation Universitaire (Rue d’Egmont 11, 1000 Brussels, Belgium)
  • Dates: 24–25 June 2026
  • Language: English

 

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Save the Date: RUSTIK & GRANULAR Final Conference

The RUSTIK and GRANULAR projects will hold their joint Final Conference on 24–25 June 2026 at Fondation Universitaire in Brussels, Belgium.

The two-day event will bring together project partners, policymakers, practitioners and rural stakeholders to share key results and discuss future perspectives for rural development and innovation.

On the first day (24 June, 13:30–18:00), the programme will focus on presenting the main research outputs from both projects, including local perspectives and contributions from external speakers. The session will conclude with a networking drink.

The second day (25 June, 09:00–14:00) will look ahead to the future of rural policies and highlight practical, on-the-ground experiences based on the two projects impact. The conference will close with a networking lunch.

More information, including registration details and the full agenda, will be available soon. Stay tuned!