Study on “The role of local and regional authorities and decentralised cooperation in fragile settings: building on the Nicosia Initiative in Libya”
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Date:
28 Oct 2025 - 30 Jan 2026
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Financed by:
The European Committee of the Regions
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Partner:
IEMed
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Karolina Zubel
Environment, Energy and Climate Change Director
Karolina Zubel is Environment, Energy and Climate Change Director at the CASE - Center for Social and Economic Research. In this role, she leads and contributes to research, pilot and implementation projects, as well as the preparation of policy recommendations, with a strong focus on climate adaptation, resilience and sustainable urban development. Her work at CASE is strongly grounded in local and regional perspectives, supporting cities and regions in addressing climate, environmental and socio-economic challenges through innovative governance approaches, financing mechanisms and applied solutions. She is currently involved in projects financed by European institutions, including the European Commission (notably Horizon programmes), the European Committee of the Regions, and the European Economic and Social Committee, and regularly contributes to policy-oriented publications.
Projects from this author:
- Overview of policy and regulation on climate change and OSH in the European Union
- Study on the ‘Repercussions of US agri-food tariffs on EU regions’
- Climate-resilient Warsaw: The Sponge City Concept
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Oskar Chmiel
Senior Social Sciences Researcher
Projects from this author:
- New Geopolitical Corridors in Europe’s Southern and South-Eastern Neighbourhood: Implications for the European Union
- Strengthening the EU’s resilience against economic pressure and documenting coercive practices
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The future of UK-EU cooperation on Justice and Home Affairs from the perspective of Poland
This project examines the future of United Kingdom–European Union cooperation in Justice and Home Affairs (JHA) through an in-depth case study of Poland. It frames UK–EU relations as an evolving, practical partnership shaped by shared risks and operational needs rather than purely by post-Brexit institutional arrangements.
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Agnieszka Maj
Economist
Projects from this author:
- New Geopolitical Corridors in Europe’s Southern and South-Eastern Neighbourhood: Implications for the European Union
- Overview of policy and regulation on climate change and OSH in the European Union
- How local and regional authorities support the recognition and development of geographical indications in their territory
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Katsiaryna Kasykh
Senior Project Manager
Katsiaryna Kasykh is a Project Manager at CASE - Center for Social and Economic Research, where she leads partnership development, prepares grant and tender proposals, and oversees the financial and contractual management of EU-funded and internationally funded projects. Her responsibilities include strategic planning, budgeting, expert coordination and ensuring full compliance with donor requirements, contributing to high-quality delivery across multi-country analytical assignments.
Projects from this author:
- New Geopolitical Corridors in Europe’s Southern and South-Eastern Neighbourhood: Implications for the European Union
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“Cash for Rent” programs’ comparative analysis for the Shelter, Housing and Accommodation Sector coordinated by IOM Poland
The project evaluates the effectiveness of Cash for Rent programmes in Poland, which support refugees in transitioning from shared or collective accommodation to independent private housing. Such programmes are crucial in promoting self-reliance, stability, and social integration among displaced populations.
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Fossil fuel subsidies
EU and Member States have repeatedly committed to reforming fossil fuel subsidies, yet such support remains widespread and continues to undermine the EU’s climate and energy objectives by sustaining fossil fuel use, dependence on third countries, and higher long-term costs