Terms of Reference Background There exists a significant disconnect between research and practice. Researchers often lack knowledge of real-life policy dilemmas and the realities on the ground, while policymakers may lack the time and motivation to engage with academic publications. Additionally, research findings are often inadequately communicated in a manner that is not adapted to…
Did you take part in a Local Democracy Lab and have more to say? Apply for an after-lab grant to support the local government with your expertise! This is a continuous call with rolling application and granting. Background To bridge the gap between research and practice, ICLD offers Local Democracy Labs for local governments who…
Terms of Reference Background ICLD calls for research proposals on the role of local democracy during armed conflicts, looking into the case of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine. While there is a long academic debate about the critical role played by the local level in peace building processes (Leonardsson & Rudd, 2015; Mac…
Terms of Reference Background In 2022, ICLD published a toolbox on how to create Citizen’s Budgets in local governments as a way to communicate the local budget (process) in a way that is accessible to all citizens.[1] The toolbox is based on extensive research conducted in North Macedonia.[2] The transparency score, as per the Open…
Meet ICLD mentor John – an extraordinary individual with a captivating journey to the world of local democracy. From his successful corporate career to his academic achievements in Development Studies and engagement with UN programmes, John’s diverse experiences have molded him into a genuine champion of local democracy. With a passion for social justice and…
Deon Pretorius: A Rebel with a Cause – Transforming the World with a Vision for a Better Tomorrow
PostsToday’s hero in our “Champions of Local Democracy” series can be introduced in plentiful ways: a South African Sociologist and Development Specialist, born into a conservative white Afrikaner family, a descendant of Pretoria’s founder, an egalitarian from a young age, an ardent anti-apartheid activist, a rebel, a student of the legendary Margaret Archer, the husband…
Terms of Reference Background In an attempt to enhance the work of local governments by enabling a more child-focused transformation of their respective territories in pursuit of sustainable development goals (SDG), a group of international researchers collaborated with a range of stakeholders to conceptualise a new analytical tool. The research process included seven international scholars…
“Being a leader entails a great responsibility, especially during times of war. A true leader must stand with their citizens, reassuring and supporting them no matter what happens!” These are the words of Ulyana Pak, a former participant in ICLD Women’s Political Leadership Programme, who despite the ongoing war in Ukraine has redoubled her efforts…
Meet Francis Aila, a passionate advocate for public health, with a particular focus on improving the lives of children, youth, and mothers. As a nutritionist responsible for addressing public health issues in Homa Bay County, Kenya, Francis is dedicated to utilizing his knowledge to help communities lead healthier lives. We are thrilled to feature Francis…
ICLD is making a call for national mentors in South Africa, Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe for ICLD’s network “Partnerships for Human Rights Youth”. The main responsibility of the mentor is to support a team of public officials, politicians and civil society representatives from the local governments in South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Sweden with…
