Barcelona

In the path to sustainability it has been sought the maximum involvement of citizen groups, in order to work in all areas of urban reality. Barcelona Agenda 21 is the Agenda 21 of the whole city.

The “Virtual Memory of the Elderly of Sant Martí” unites students and older people in the recovery of the district’s historical memory, promoting joint learning and the use of technologies.

The Barcelona Youth Training – Occupation Plan facilitates the transition to employment for young people without a secondary qualification, connecting schools with occupational resources and offering advice for training and youth employment.

Barcelona City Council organizes free classical music concerts in urban parks during July, to promote culture, support young musicians and offer an accessible and relaxed environment.

The Solidarity Bank of Free Services provides mutual aid between non-profit volunteers, addressing local needs that the administrations do not cover, especially the elderly and children with difficulties.

The “Live and Live together” project, started in Barcelona in 1996, facilitates coexistence between older people and students, offering accommodation in exchange for company and help, promoting intergenerational solidarity exchange.

The experience promotes citizen integration through urban gardens, where retirees cultivate plots, creating green spaces. In addition, it improves the quality of life, promotes organic agriculture and offers educational activities for schoolchildren.

This free service brings the library to people with reduced mobility or disabilities, offering books and other resources at home. It also raises awareness among volunteers and the population about social inclusion.