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The election process for the Barcelona Ombudsperson gets under way
Participation. The process starts with a two-month stage for candidates to be put forward.
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Barcelona Medals of Honour 2020
Medals of Honour. The city recognises the work of 17 organisations, 5 women and 3 men in the promotion of values, rights and freedoms.
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The Canòdrom becomes a centre for digital and democratic innovation
Digital rights. The centre is intended as a reference facility for citizen participation in the city and to add vitality to the neighbourhood of El Congrés i els Indians.
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New groups for mourning and emotional support open to all
COVID-19. Support groups are being organised to help with emotional health and the grieving process.
New Neighbourhood Plan to act in 23 city neighbourhoods
Neighbourhood Plan. With a budget of 150 million euros, the plan promotes action to reduce inequalities in spheres such as education, employment and public space.
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First projects at the Coòpolis incubator for cooperatives
Cooperation. Organisations can be based at the centre for an initial period and receive support to set up or consolidate their activity and cooperate with other entities.
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The call for entries for the 12th Barcelona Municipal Immigration Council awards opens
Citizenship Rights. Entries have up to 23 October 2020 to be submitted.
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Baobab activity programmes to ensure no child misses out on summer
Childhood. This year’s camps cater for 1,161 children between the ages of 4 and 12, some 62% more than last year.
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Areas hit hardest by Covid-19 to get more resources from the Neighbourhood Plan
Neighbourhood Plan. New measures include support for subsidy applications and free activities for children and teenagers.