SDG 1: End poverty in all its forms everywhere
The approach of the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities is based on three key principles: achieving SDGs is the shared responsibility of all levels of government; local and regional authorities must have the necessary competences and financial autonomy to achieve the goals in their respective areas; citizens must always remain at the heart of the action.
For the Congress, the poverty eradication is based on citizen responsibility. Through its local dimension, the Congress battles against poverty by promoting policies ensuring sustainable livelihoods and equality.
The Congress adopted the following texts in relation to SDG 1:
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REC 529 (2025) and RES 511 (2025) - Water resources under stress: towards better local and regional governance
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REC 528 (2025) - The role of local and regional authorities in protecting and promoting social rights and fostering social development
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REC 527 (2025) and RES 510 (2025) - Empowering cities and regions to combat human trafficking for labour exploitation
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REC 512 (2024) and RES 503 (2024) - Fostering a circular economy at local and regional levels
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REC 511 (2024) - The UN Pact for the Future: The essential role of local and regional authorities in global sustainable development
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RES 500 (2024) and REC 510 (2024) - Local and regional responses to natural disasters and climate hazards: from risk preparedness to resilience
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REC 414 (2018) and RES 428 (2018) - Unaccompanied refugee children: the role and responsibilities of local and regional authorities
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REC 382 (2015) and RES 392 (2015) - Championing children’s rights in times of austerity: Local and regional authorities’ responsibilities
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REC381 (2015) and RES391 (2015) - Fighting the increasing poverty of women: the responsibility of local and regional authorities
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REC 332 (2012) and RES 350 (2012) - Regional legislation and action to combat sexual exploitation and abuse of children
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REC 272 (2009) and RES 289 (2009) - Preventing violence against children
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REC210 (2007) and RES229 (2007) - The evolution of extreme poverty in European towns