Cities by People
Learning to Co-Create Circular and Nature-Positive Futures
Join a participatory educational journey to transform urban spaces sustainably, collaboratively, and creatively – for families, professionals, students and communities.
About the Event
Discover how can co-create greener, circular, and nature-positive cities.
Discover how citizens, communities, and institutions can co-create greener, circular, and nature-positive cities.
Highlights:
- Online introductory webinar + in-person workshop in Segrate (Milan, Italy)
- Hands-on co-creation exercises with Syxis digital collaboration tools
- Real examples: Reboat Project (youth engagement) & Yourban Project (urban regeneration)
- Activities and games tailored by age and group
Event Format
Pre-Event: Online Webinar
June
10
• Learn co-creation principles
• Explore Syxis digital tools
• Reflect on challenges in your community
Main Event: In-Person Workshop
June
13
• Welcome & Introduction: NEB principles & co-creation benefits
• Learning from Practice: European projects showcasing circular, sustainable solutions
• How to Co-Create: Step-by-step guidance & interactive tools
• Hands-On Workshop: Transform urban waste & underused spaces into nature-positive solutions for all ages
Why Attend
- Learn by Doing: Co-create urban solutions hands-on
- For Everyone: Families with children, students, or adults can participate; activities and games are tailored by age and group
- Community Impact: Propose challenges that improve your city
- Expert Guidance: Facilitators from Syxis innovation hub
- European Insights: Explore successful projects across Europe
Who Should Join
- Families & children
- Students & professionals
- Community organizations & civil society actors
- Local authorities & urban planners
How It Works
Before:
Online webinar & digital outreach
During:
Hands-on co-creation workshop, voting & collaborative idea generation
After:
Ideas shared online & continued engagement through digital platform
NEB Principles & Thematic Focus:
1
Reconnecting with Nature:
Transform urban spaces and waste into greenery
2
Circular Life-Cycle Thinking:
Apply reuse & sustainability principles
3
Sense of Belonging:
Strengthen community collaboration & engagement
Join a unique learning experience & shape the future of your city!
• Families: co-create city challenges together
• Professionals & students: gain practical tools for sustainable innovation
