Applications for the Access City Award competition are open until 18 September 2023. This European award recognizes cities which have undertaken outstanding work to become more accessible for persons with disabilities.
This edition will have a special mention for cities whose work on accessibility is aligned with the values of the New European Bauhaus: sustainability, aesthetics, and inclusiveness.
Who can apply?
- All EU cities of over 50 000 inhabitants
- Urban areas composed of two or more towns with a combined population of over 50 000 inhabitants, if they are in EU countries with fewer than 2 cities with over 50 000 inhabitants
Why apply?
- Participating in the Award is an opportunity to gain European recognition and a unique chance to review the current situation in your city.
- It also allows you to share experiences with other European cities, helping you to become an even better city to live and visit.
Awards
Winning cities receive a financial prize:
1st prize: €150 000
2nd prize: €120 000
3rd prize: €80 000
Special awards
This year, the European Commission also intends to award a "New European Bauhaus" special mention to a city whose work on accessibility is aligned with the values of the New European Bauhaus: sustainability, aesthetics, and inclusiveness.
Published on 20 July 2023
