Limabenla Jamir, Author at Decentralization Net

OECD calls for reinforcing local and regional resilience

May 22, 2025 Limabenla Jamir

In an era of unprecedented economic, environmental and geopolitical changes, local and regional leaders are uniquely placed to turn these changes into opportunities to improve the well-being of all citizens, strengthen resilience and boost competitiveness. […]

The Role of Local and Regional Governments in Advancing Human Rights

April 18, 2025 Limabenla Jamir

In the evolving landscape of global governance, human rights have become central to sustainable peace, security, and development. Yet, despite the commitments made at international forums, the implementation of these rights often falters at the […]

Subnational Climate Action: Lessons from Tropical Forest Jurisdictions

February 25, 2025 Limabenla Jamir

While national climate policies set the agenda, real progress often happens at the subnational level, where forest and land-use decisions directly affect communities. A recent UNDP report, ‘Subnational Success: Lessons from Tropical Forest Jurisdictions,’ examines […]

LPSA Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy & Inclusive Governance – Open Meeting – February 2025

February 20, 2025 Limabenla Jamir

The discussion, hosted by LPSA’s Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy, Inclusive Governance, and Community-led Development, explored the rising threats faced by local elected officials, particularly intimidation, violence, and organized crime. Featuring insights from Jess […]

The implementation of decentralization reforms in multi-level systems

February 8, 2025 Limabenla Jamir

Decentralization is often viewed as a legal and constitutional process, but the reality is far more complex. In multi-level governance systems, the distribution of power between central and regional governments is not solely determined by […]

Municipal Finance in Canada: Reflections and Thoughts for the Future

February 3, 2025 Limabenla Jamir

“Budget bailout needed once again” could be a headline in a Toronto newspaper today. It is actually from the Toronto Star, December 8, 2004, around the time IMFG was founded. The story notes that Toronto’s budget […]

Reimagining Urban Governance in Asia and the Pacific

January 28, 2025 Limabenla Jamir

As Asia and the Pacific region urbanize at an unprecedented pace, the need for transformative urban governance has never been more urgent. Over half of the region’s population now resides in cities, which generate over […]

LPSA Asia Working Group – Knowledge Sharing Meeting – January 2025

January 21, 2025 Limabenla Jamir

Urban governance in Asia and the Pacific faces significant challenges due to rapid urbanization, climate change, and disruptions such as the COVID-19 pandemic. In response to these pressing issues, the UNDP, in collaboration with partners, […]

Call for Panelists – Protecting Local Leadership: Addressing Criminality, Intimidation, and Threats to Democratic Governance

January 8, 2025 Limabenla Jamir

The Local Public Sector Alliance (LPSA) Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy, Inclusive Governance, and Community-led Development invites you to participate as a speaker in an upcoming panel discussion to protect local leadership and strengthen […]

LPSA Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy & Inclusive Governance – Open Meeting – November 2024

November 7, 2024 Limabenla Jamir

The Local Public Sector Alliance’s (LPSA) Local Democracy, Inclusive Governance and Community-led Development open meeting was held on November 7, 2024 (8:00 AM ET). The meeting was led by LPSA Co-Chair John Coonrod, Strategic Advisor, The […]