Localism and PO5

Policy Objective 5, A Europe closer to citizens offered Interreg programmes a different way to generate and implement projects. In all, 11 programmes undertook this approach committing between 5 and 55 million EUR to this objective.

Interact is closely following the development of the strategies that will underpin the implementation of this policy objective.

Where to start

If you are interested in the application of PO5, please consult recent event materials listed below. 

You may find the intervention at the Interreg Knowledge Fair 2023 a useful start.

What we are working on

We are actively supporting the implementation of Policy Objective 5 (PO5) across various Interreg programmes. So far, we have organised several exchange sessions and events focused on how to effectively plan and implement PO5 in different territorial contexts.

In 2026, we will continue supporting programmes implementing PO5 through ad hoc meetings tailored to their specific needs. In addition, we are planning an event on 2–3 July, Europe Closer to Citizens under Interreg PO5: Taking stock and looking ahead together. This event will take stock of current PO5 implementation, foster peer learning, identify key challenges and good practices and contribute to the discussion on the future of PO5 in Interreg.

Contact 

For further information, feel free to contact Besiana Ninka

For more information on the other Territorial instruments, please see here.

Exchange community

Interact offers an online space for those working with Localism and PO5, and wider Programme and project management, to share information and exchange. You can find out more about our MS Teams environment on our Networks page, and see all our networks in our Portal.

If you would like to learn more about this, please contact Pieter Louwers