City councils, citizens and civil society organisations are creating measures in neighbourhoods and communities to sustain social cohesion and to keep our spirits up.
Discovering a whole country from home
An online platform lets people experience their country and learn new skills for free while staying home.
Regional youth platform
The municipality of Reggio Emilia created a new section on its website where young people can find local online projects and services.
Family packages for keeping busy at home
An initiative sends books, toys, and arts and crafts materials to children in need.
Robot greets visitors
A robot greets visitors in an Austrian care home, takes their temperature and reminds them of wearing a mask.
Local platform for neighbourhood support
A local platform for neighbourhood support matches people who need help with those who offer it.
Collective children’s diary
Children in Barcelona can share their stories, pictures and drawings to a collective online diary. After the lockdown, it will be part of a public exhibition.
3d-printed ear guards for people constantly wearing masks
3D-printed ear guards relieve hospital staff from the pain caused by wearing protective masks all day.
Online platform for urban cooperation
A platform which connects citizens and companies has now been adapted to the current crisis situation.
Offering a fear-free news service
A news website was created which provides easy-to-understand and unemotional news coverage.
Facebook group to offer and ask for help
A facebook group connecting people who offer and seek help has branched out across borders.
Collective responses to global health emergencies
A platform invites local and regional governments of all sizes to share their initiatives tackling Covid-19 and other health emergencies.
Digital artwork displayed on demand
To provide people with enjoyable moments during the coronavirus crisis, the artist Aoife Dunne displays his digital installation in their homes upon request.