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Coimbra launches first Citizens' Assembly and dedicates initial debate to youth retentionPhoto by wal_172619 on Pexels
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Coimbra launches first Citizens' Assembly and dedicates initial debate to youth retention

coimbra.pt14 September 2026 at 13:39

Coimbra launched its first Citizens' Assembly, a new instrument of democratic participation in the city. This assembly aims to involve citizens directly in decisions and debates on issues relevant to the municipality.

The first debate of this assembly was dedicated to the theme of youth retention, a significant challenge for the city. The choice of this theme reflects the concerns of local authorities with the flight of young people from Coimbra, who seek opportunities in other regions or countries.

The initiative was presented through the official municipal portal, coimbra.pt, demonstrating the council's commitment to transparency and citizen participation in local governance.

Why this matters

The citizens of Coimbra now have a new formal channel to participate directly in the decisions that affect their city, and the first debate on youth retention may influence future municipal policies for attracting and retaining young population. This initiative responds to a growing concern in Portuguese inland cities with the loss of young people to major urban centers.

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