November 11, 2026
On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 09:30, an open lecture titled “Exploring the role of local communities, shared resources (commons), and place-based approaches in promoting sustainable rural development and transformation” was held in the Conference Hall at the EPOKA Campus.
The lecture was delivered by Prof. Dr. Andreas Koch of the University of Salzburg and organized by the Department of Political Science and International Relations.
It highlighted the importance of local knowledge, collective action, and community-driven initiatives in building resilient, inclusive, and sustainable rural futures. By focusing on commons and place-based approaches, it offered participants a perspective on how rural communities can take an active role in shaping their own development.
The Department of Political Science and International Relations extends its sincere thanks to Prof. Dr. Andreas Koch for sharing his expertise and for contributing to the academic exchange at EPOKA University.
