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Youth inclusion in local governance is a catalyst for building resilient, innovative and sustainable communities. Across East Africa, municipalities are discovering the power of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) clubs in schools – platforms where students learn about the SDGs, develop leadership skills and take action in their communities. These clubs are a powerful result of…
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At the international seminar Reshaping Power for Equality, held in Stockholm on 23–24 September, local and global leaders gathered to discuss how women’s leadership can transform governance and democracy. The conference was co-organized by UCLG and SALAR. ICLD took part in the panel “Women’s Political Participation in Action,” which showcased practical ways to break barriers…
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Ejemplo local de Guatemala En ICLD trabajamos para garantizar que más mujeres tengan la oportunidad de asumir roles de liderazgo en los gobiernos locales. La participación política es un derecho humano y, cuando más mujeres ocupan puestos de poder, las decisiones tienden a ser más inclusivas y a menudo priorizan la justicia social, la educación…
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This article is also avaible in Spanish Local example from Guatemala At ICLD, we work to ensure that more women are given the opportunity to take on leadership roles within local government. Political participation is a human right, and when more women are in power, decisions tend to be more inclusive and often prioritise social…
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What motivates and challenges women in political leadership? During The Swedish phase of the Women’s Political Leadership Programme, WPL, participants shared their experiences of what drives them, what makes leadership meaningful, and the obstacles they face in their daily work as local and regional politicians. It is about trust, integrity, and how to create long-term…
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With the aim of strengthening local democracy, increasing youth influence, and contributing to long-term democratic resilience, ICLD has approved a partnership between Berg Municipality in Sweden and the Ukrainian municipality of Krolevets. “This is a unique opportunity for Berg to build international relationships and support Ukraine at the same time. It also strengthens our own…
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Karin Perers has long worked as an international coordinator in the municipality of Falun, and for just as long she’s been engaged in strengthening local democracy. She’s passionate about empowering children and young people to have a say and be involved.“Our goal is to create sustainable structures for youth influence that last,” she says. Karin…
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Karlskoga Municipality in Sweden has been granted a one-year inception phase together with the Ukrainian municipality of Shepetivka. “We are very pleased to have been granted a partnership through ICLD,” says Tony Ring, Chairman of the Municipal Board in Karlskoga. “Thanks to ICLD’s support, we gain tools to develop our municipality while also helping to…
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On 13 May, ICLD held a global webinar, Building Resilient Communities through Local Democracy in Ukraine, gathering local government officials, civil society actors, academics, researchers, and international partners to reflect and learn on the Ukrainian experience and its relevance for crisis-affected communities worldwide, on municipal resilience in Ukraine during conflict. As Ukraine endures the hardships…
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Application deadline: 19 June Regional Alumni Coordinator for ICLD The Swedish International Centre for Local Democracy (ICLD) is looking for a Regional Alumni Coordinator for Southern Africa (Zambia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, South Africa) to strengthen engagement among alumni in the regions. This is a consultancy role on part-time basis. The role is ideal for a highly…