At the ICLD Network meeting held in Tallinn this November, mayors and political leaders from both Ukraine and Sweden gathered to reflect on the future of their municipal partnerships. The discussion centred on how cooperation can become more resilient and sustainable, extending beyond individual projects, key people, and political cycles. The speakers shared a series…
Youth Participation in Local Governance The Växjö–Kalush partnership focuses on strengthening youth participation in local governance. In Kalush, a common issue is that youth lack awareness of their rights and responsibilities in a democratic society. In contrast, Växjö struggles with limited platforms and feedback mechanisms, relying mostly on already politically interested young people. To address…