Cohesion policy for the equality of the regions and sustainability of the regional cultures

As one of the EU's key tools for participatory democracy, the European citizens' initiative (ECI) allows citizens to call directly on the European Commission to propose new laws in areas where the EU has competence. Since its launch, the ECI has given Europeans a stronger voice in shaping Union policies, from environmental protection to social justice and cultural rights. The initiative 'Cohesion policy for the equality of the regions and sustainability of the regional cultures' is part of this democratic process, highlighting citizens' demand that EU cohesion policy supports fairness, diversity and the preservation of regional identities.