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SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Sub-Saharan Africa – Open Meeting – September 2024
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Expert Working Group (EWG) on Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on decentralization\, multilevel governance\, intergovernmental relations\, local governance and local development in Sub-Saharan Africa.  \nThe next public meeting of the SSA Expert Working Group is scheduled to take place on 19 September 2024 [12:00 PM WAT/1:00 PM SAST/2:00 PM EAT] Registration for this meeting is required.  \n Register Here!  \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about decentralization or local governance reforms in your country; updates about new research; or information about local government projects that you would like mentioned during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at africa@decentralization.net so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting.  \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration. 
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-sub-saharan-africa-open-meeting-september-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241009
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SUMMARY:Training : Citizen Participation and Inclusive Governance
DESCRIPTION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance is accepting applications for its in-person Citizen Participation and Inclusive Governance \nThis course is designed for professionals working on participation\, inclusion and social accountability processes. Participants come from national\, regional and local governments\, NGOs and donor and development organisations. \nIn this course\, we will discuss different communication tools and consider the importance of managing the expectations of citizens\, community organisations and other stakeholders. Special attention is given to ensuring all voices are heard\, including women\, youth and people with disabilities. Furthermore\, we will explore how information technologies can ensure greater accountability and transparency within government and facilitate meaningful participation. \nThe course will take place in The Hague\, the Netherlands\, from 9 October 2024 to 22 October 2024.  \nThe course fee is € 3\,595. This includes all training related costs as well as drinks and warm lunches during the training days. Group discounts are available if you participate with three or more colleagues. \nAfter this course\, you will receive a professional certificate of completion from The Hague Academy for Local Governance.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/training-citizen-participation-and-inclusive-governance/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, Nassaulaan 12\, The Hague\, 2500 GK\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Subnational Finance - Open Meeting - October 2024
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Thematic Working Group (TWG) on Subnational Finance aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on fiscal decentralization\, multilevel government finance\, intergovernmental fiscal relations\, and subnational financial management. \nThe next public meeting of the TWG on Subnational Finance will be held on October 9\, 2024 (9:00 EDT/ 14:00 BST/ 15:00 CEST). Registration is required for this meeting. \nRegister here! \n  \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about fiscal decentralization or subnational financial management in your country; updates about new research; or information about multilevel government finance and intergovernmental fiscal relations that you would like to mention during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at finance@decentralization.net. so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting. \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-thematic-working-group-on-subnational-finance-open-meeting-october-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241027
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SUMMARY:African School on Decentralisation (ASD) 2024
DESCRIPTION:The theme for the Fourth African School on Decentralisation (ASD) is ‘Decentralisation and Human Rights’. The 2024 ASD will examine whether\, and if so how\, decentralisation can create favourable conditions for the protection and realisation of human rights on the African continent\, and how local governance can be informed by human rights. \nHuman rights are not just a national government issue. Local and regional governments are critical actors in respecting\, protecting\, realising and promoting human rights. They govern and regulate local spaces\, and impact the rights of individuals and groups. They deliver services that are essential for human dignity and development\, and impact the environment. \nFlowing from the international\, regional and domestic frameworks for human rights\, the 2024 ASD will cover themes such as – \n\nhow civil and political rights (democracy\, accountability\, transparency) underpin good local governance\nhow group rights (language\, culture) and the protection of marginalised groups (children\, persons with disability\, LGBTQ) underpin local government policies\nhow local governments pursue gender equality\nhow socio-economic rights (water\, sanitation\, housing\, shelter and food) shape municipal service delivery\nhow the right to a healthy environment for current and future generations informs how municipalities regulate and manage land\, service and mobility\nlocal governance and implementation for human rights: right-based planning\, budgeting\, delivery and reporting\n\nThe course will be offered in Cape Town\, South Africa. It will be presented by leading experts in the field from a regional and international perspective. The course includes lectures\, interactive discussions\, case studies and study visits. It offers a platform in which African practitioners\, academics and activists can be educated and encouraged to innovate and experiment\, and to learn from one another in order to address the challenges in the implementation of decentralisation. Participation also offers entry into a Pan-African Network of decentralisation practitioners. The ultimate goal is to advance good governance in local government in Africa. \n 
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/african-school-on-decentralisation-asd-2024/
LOCATION:Cape Town\, South Africa\, Cape Town\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20241022T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20241022T160000
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CREATED:20241002T023230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T062501Z
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SUMMARY:Elevating the Debate and Catalyzing Action: Towards a Pan African Network of Decentralization Advocates
DESCRIPTION:The African School of Decentralization\, the LPSA Sub-Saharan Africa Working Group\, the Dullah Omar Institute at the University of the Western Cape\, and the Centre for Federalism and Governance Studies at Addis Ababa University have organized a special meeting on “Elevating the Debate and Catalyzing Action: Towards a Pan African Network of Decentralization Advocates.” This session is part of the 4th African School of Decentralization\, whose overarching theme is “Decentralization and Human Rights.” The hybrid meeting will take place in Cape Town on Tuesday\, October 22\, 2024\, at 8:00 AM EDT / 2:00 PM CET / 3:00 PM EAT / 5:30 PM IST / 7:00 PM ICT. \nThis upcoming open meeting will build upon the resolutions and insights from the Pan-African Workshop on  “Elevating the Debate on Decentralization & Multi-Level Governance in Africa” held in Nairobi in May 2024 and was organized by the Local Public Sector Alliance (LPSA)\, the Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee (IGRTC)\, the Dullah Omar Institute (DOI)\, the East African County and Local Governments Association (EACLGA)\, and Institute of Local Government Studies Ghana. Delegates from various sectors engaged in robust discussions aimed at identifying realistic policy solutions that empower subnational governance institutions in Africa. The workshop identified key mechanisms for bringing together stakeholders from across the continent through a network of decentralization and localization advocates\, to engage in knowledge development\, knowledge sharing\, and evidence-informed policy advocacy\, with the goal of elevating the decentralization and localization debate and fostering more inclusive\, effective governance structures. The webinar will provide an opportunity for participants to learn about and contribute to the formation of the Pan-African Network of Decentralization Advocates. \nRegistration is required for this event. Register for free!
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/elevating-the-debate-and-catalyzing-action-towards-a-pan-african-network-of-decentralization-advocates/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy & Inclusive Governance - Open Meeting - November 2024
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy\, Inclusive Governance and Community-led Development aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on local democracy\, inclusive governance\, and community-led development.  \nThe next public meeting of the Local Democracy\, Inclusive Governance and Community-led Development will be held on Thursday\, November 7\, 2024\, at 8:00 AM ET; 1:00 PM London; 2:00 PM Berlin; 3:00 PM Johannesburg; 4:00 PM Nairobi; 6:30 PM New Delhi; 8:00 PM Bangkok. Registration is required for this meeting. \nRegister here!   \nThe topic of the upcoming working group discussion is Participatory Local Governance: Frameworks\, Insights and Strategic Pathways. Good governance requires a four-way partnership – elected representation\, an engaged civil society\, involvement of the private sector\, and effective public sector staff – operating in a policy environment of resource sufficiency\, subsidiarity\, and social accountability. In the global development community\, we are at a moment when “localization” is a hot topic in two very separate tracks: the “decentralization / local government” track and the “external funder / civil society tracks”\, with no apparent effort to bring them together despite “ecosystem” rhetoric. Is linking these two tracks important and should we be working on that? Can we create a shared understanding of the state of participatory local democracy\, an analytic framework for it\, and possible strategic opportunities for LPSA to improve it? \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about local Democracy\, Inclusive Governance and Community-led Development in your country; updates about new research that you would like mentioned during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at localdem@decentralization.net so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting.   \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration. 
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-thematic-working-group-on-local-democracy-inclusive-governance-open-meeting-nov-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241211
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SUMMARY:Training : Digital Transformation in the Public Sector
DESCRIPTION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance is now accepting applications for its in-person course on Digital Transformation in the Public Sector. \nThis course is tailored for policy and decision-makers at the national\, regional\, and local levels\, as well as project managers and development professionals who seek to gain practical insights into digital transformation within the public sector. Participants will explore global examples and learn how to leverage data to enhance public services\, foster citizen participation\, promote transparency\, and develop effective policies. The course will also cover key issues such as interoperability\, digital security\, and privacy. \nParticipants will delve into the personal records database in the Netherlands\, visit practical examples of spatial planning and digital service delivery\, and reflect on how these practices can be applied in their own contexts. This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively implement and modernize digital transformation initiatives in your home country. \nThe course will be held in The Hague\, the Netherlands\, from 2 December to 10 December 2024. \nThe course fee is €2\,950\, which includes all training-related costs as well as drinks and warm lunches during the training days. Group discounts are also available if you attend with three or more colleagues. \nUpon completion\, participants will receive a professional certificate from The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, recognizing their enhanced understanding of key concepts in e-government\, data-driven work\, transparency\, inclusivity\, and the crucial aspects of digital security and privacy.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/training-digital-transformation-in-the-public-sector/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, Nassaulaan 12\, The Hague\, 2500 GK\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20241210T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20241210T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
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SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Sub-Saharan Africa – Open Meeting – December 2024
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Expert Working Group (EWG) on Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on decentralization\, multilevel governance\, intergovernmental relations\, local governance and local development in Sub-Saharan Africa.  \nThe next public meeting of the SSA Expert Working Group is scheduled to take place on December 10 2024 [12:00 PM WAT/1:00 PM SAST/2:00 PM EAT] Registration for this meeting is required.  \n Register Here!  \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about decentralization or local governance reforms in your country; updates about new research; or information about local government projects that you would like mentioned during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at africa@decentralization.net so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting.  \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration.  \n\n  \nAlliance du Secteur Public Local (ASPL) – Local Public Sector Alliance (LPSA)\nGroupe de travail sur l’Afrique subsaharienne – Réunion ouverte – Décembre 2024\n10 décembre @ 14h00 – 15h30 Gratuit \n \n  \nLe groupe de travail sur l’Afrique subsaharienne de l’ASPL a pour objectif de rassembler des politiques\, des universitaires\, des organisations de la société civile et des citoyens qui partagent un intérêt et une expertise en matière de décentralisation\, de gouvernance multi-niveaux\, de relations intergouvernementales\, de gouvernance locale et de développement local en Afrique subsaharienne. \nLa prochaine rencontre publique du groupe de travail sur l’Afrique subsaharienne est prévue pour le mardi 10 décembre 2024 [12h00 WAT / 13h00 SAST / 14h00 EAT]. Pour pouvoir y participer\, nous vous invitons à bien vouloir vous inscrire ici. \nNous avons besoin de votre aide pour faire de cette réunion un succès : \nSi vous avez des mises à jour sur la décentralisation ou des réformes de la gouvernance locale dans votre pays\, des mises à jour sur de nouvelles recherches ou des informations sur des projets de gouvernement local que vous aimeriez voir mentionnés lors de cette réunion\, veuillez envoyer un courriel aux co-présidents du groupe de travail à africa@decentralization.net afin qu’une brève annonce puisse être faite au début de la réunion. \nRappel : Vous pouvez rejoindre gratuitement n’importe quel groupe de travail de l’ASPL et recevoir des rappels et des mises à jour dans le cadre de votre adhésion à l’ASPL.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-sub-saharan-africa-open-meeting-december-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Skopje:20241211T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Skopje:20241211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20240713T153625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T225021Z
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SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Europe & Central Asia – Open Meeting – December 2024
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Expert Working Group (EWG) on Europe & Central Asia (ECA) aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on decentralization\, multilevel governance\, intergovernmental relations\, local governance and local development in ECA. \nThe next public meeting of the ECA Expert Working Group is scheduled to take place on December 11\, 2024 (10:00 EST/ 15:00 GMT/ 16:00 CET/ 20:00 UZT).  Registration is required for this meeting. \nRegister here! \nThe focus of the upcoming meeting will be on: E-Governance and Digital Transformation in Delivery of Local Public Services \nOne of the most significant developments and impacts to the delivery of local public services has been the application of e-governance and digital tools over the past two decades. The application of these tools has enabled citizens to access these services more easily and feel more connected to their local governments. There are many applications in which these tools have been applied related to the obtaining of important personal documents and the ability to provide input to the local government budget decisions.  The trend is even to more fully develop these tools and to incorporate artificial intelligence to local government decisions. It is important to understand the terminology of the key terms that are applied to these tools.  The following provides some short definitions of these key terms. \nThe World Bank defines e-government as “the use of information and communications technologies by governments to enhance the range and quality of information and services provided to citizens\, businesses\, civil society organizations\, and other government agencies in an efficient\, cost-effective and convenient manner\, making government processes more transparent and accountable and strengthening democracy.” \nThe new terms of digitization and digitalization are often used to describe the latest developments. They are different aspects of the same technology application – digitization refers to the process of converting analog data into a digital format\, while digitalization involves the integration of digital technologies into business operations to optimize processes\, enhance customer experiences\, and drive innovation. \nThis webinar provides an overview of these technology innovations and their use and application in the countries of Central and Eastern Europe. Examples are drawn from countries of the region to highlight the development of e-governance and digitization/digitalization opportunities and challenges of these new methods to providing local public services. \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about decentralization or local governance reforms in your country; updates about new research; or information about local government projects that you would like mentioned during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at eca@decentralization.net so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting. \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-europe-central-asia-open-meeting-december-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250121T153000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
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SUMMARY:LPSA Asia Working Group – Knowledge Sharing Meeting – January 2025
DESCRIPTION:Urban governance in Asia and the Pacific faces significant challenges from rapid urbanization\, climate change\, and disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic. To address these pressing issues\, UNDP\, in collaboration with partners\, convened a High-Level Policy Dialogue in October 2024\, which led to the policy brief “Reimagining Urban Governance in Asia and the Pacific.” \nBuilding on this dialogue\, the upcoming LPSA Knowledge Sharing meeting\, organized by the Asia Expert Working Group\, will explore UNDP’s perspectives on transformative urban governance. The discussion will focus on anticipatory\, adaptive\, and agile governance frameworks\, as well as innovative practices from across the region. \nThe meeting is scheduled for Tuesday\, January 21\, 2025 (3:30 PM Delhi\, 5:00 PM BKK\, 6:00 PM Manila). Registration for this meeting is required.  \n Register Here!  \nLPSA’s Expert Working Group (EWG) on Asia brings together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise in decentralization\, multilevel governance\, intergovernmental relations\, local governance\, and local development in Asia. \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about decentralization or local governance reforms in your country; updates about new research; or information about local government projects that you would like mentioned during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at asia@decentralization.net so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting.  \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration.  \n 
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-knowledge-sharing-organized-by-asia-working-group-december-2024/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250205T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20240713T154020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T135208Z
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SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Subnational Finance - Open Meeting - February 2025
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Thematic Working Group (TWG) on Subnational Finance aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on fiscal decentralization\, multilevel government finance\, intergovernmental fiscal relations\, and subnational financial management. \nThe next public meeting of the TWG on Subnational Finance will be held on February 5\, 2025 (9:00 EST/ 14:00 GMT/ 15:00 CET).Registration is required for this meeting. \nRegister here! \nThe focus of the upcoming meeting will be on Leveraging Property Taxation to Strengthen Land Management and Sustainability. \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about fiscal decentralization or subnational financial management in your country; updates about new research; or information about multilevel government finance and intergovernmental fiscal relations that you would like to mention during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at finance@decentralization.net. so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting. \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-thematic-working-group-on-subnational-finance-open-meeting-february-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250222
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20241126T081116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T081116Z
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SUMMARY:Local Security Governance and Peacebuilding Course
DESCRIPTION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance is now accepting applications for its in-person course on Local Security Governance and Peacebuilding training. \nThis course is tailored for government officials\, civil servants\, and development professionals working in peacebuilding\, security sector reform and stabilisation\, who seek to gain practical insights into local security governance and local actor engagement in peacebuilding. \nThe course includes a pre-training\, online learning module. It contains tools for analysing the political\, socio-economic context of local violent conflict\, as well as root causes\, actors and dynamics. Participants will identify conflict risks\, triggers\, and conflict transformation opportunities. Additionally\, they will work with future scenarios while applying a gender perspective. \nFollowing the online module\, participants will share their experiences with peacebuilding and security sector reform programmes in conflict-affected countries during a one-week in-person training. Under the guidance of international experts from PAX for Peace\, Generva Centre for Security Sector Reform\, and Utrecht University\, they will reflect on the roles of various actors in conflict transformation and peacebuilding including local authorities\, informal local leaders\, civil society\, justice and security actors. Participants furthermore critically assess the conflict and gender sensitivity of foreign interventions. The programme includes a visit to the International Criminal Court in The Hague. \nThe course will be held in The Hague\, the Netherlands\, from 17 to 21 February 2025. \nThe course fee is €2\,500\, which includes all training-related costs as well as drinks and warm lunches during the training days. Group discounts are also available if you attend with three or more colleagues. \nUpon completion\, participants will receive a professional certificate from The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, recognizing their enhanced understanding of key concepts in peacebuilding\, local security governance\, stabilisation\, and security sector reform.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/local-security-governance-and-peacebuilding/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, Nassaulaan 12\, The Hague\, 2500 GK\, Netherlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hague Academy for Local Governance":MAILTO:info@thehagueacademy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T093000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20240917T053259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T081050Z
UID:7344-1740038400-1740043800@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy & Inclusive Governance – Open Meeting – February 2025
DESCRIPTION:Around the world\, local democracy faces increasing challenges\, from rising political polarization to acts of violence and intimidation against local leaders.  These threaten not only their safety but also the democratic values and systems they represent. Councillors and other local representatives—crucial bridges between governments and communities—are increasingly targeted by political polarization\, social media-fueled abuse\, and weakened legal protections. These threats erode public trust\, discourage civic participation\, and destabilize governance structures. \nThe upcoming webinar “Protecting Local Leadership: Addressing Criminality\, Intimidation\, and Threats to Democratic Governance” scheduled for Thursday\, February 20\, 2025 (8:00 AM ET) will explore these critical issues\, assess their impact on governance\, and identify actionable strategies to safeguard local leadership while strengthening democratic institutions. \nLPSA’s Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy\, Inclusive Governance and Community-led Development aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on local democracy\, inclusive governance\, and community-led development. Registration is required for this meeting. \nRegister here!   \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about local Democracy\, Inclusive Governance and Community-led Development in your country; updates about new research that you would like mentioned during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at localdem@decentralization.net so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting.   \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration. 
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-thematic-working-group-on-local-democracy-inclusive-governance-open-meeting-february-2025/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250226T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250226T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20240713T151900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T083310Z
UID:7153-1740582000-1740587400@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Gender Equity & Women's Empowerment - Open Meeting - February 2025
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Thematic Working Group (TWG) on Gender Equity & Women’s Empowerment aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organisations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise at the intersection of decentralization/localization with gender equity and inclusive governance\, including local women’s empowerment. \nThe next public meeting of the TWG on Gender Equity & Women’s Empowerment will be held on February 26\, 2025 (7:00 EDT/ 15:00 EAT / 13:00 CET). Registration is required for this meeting. \nRegister here! \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success. If you have any updates about Gender Equity and Women’s Empowerment in your country\, updates about new research\, or information about (1) women’s voice and political empowerment at the local level\, (2) women in local administration\, (3) gender-responsive subnational services and finance; (4) gender in the context of crisis; and (5) effective multilevel governance as an opportunity to women’s empowerment; that you would like mentioned during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at women@decentralization.net so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting. \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting into one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-thematic-working-group-on-gender-equity-womens-empowerment-open-meeting-february-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Skopje:20250312T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Skopje:20250312T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20240713T153504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T045022Z
UID:7101-1741795200-1741800600@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Europe & Central Asia – Open Meeting – March 2025
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Expert Working Group (EWG) on Europe & Central Asia (ECA) aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on decentralization\, multilevel governance\, intergovernmental relations\, local governance and local development in ECA. \nThe next public meeting of the ECA Expert Working Group is scheduled to take place on March 12\, 2025 (11:00 EST/ 15:00 GMT/ 16:00 CET/ 20:00 UZT). Registration is required for this meeting. \nRegister here! \nThe focus of the upcoming meeting will be on: Regional Development Approaches for European Union Accession \nThe European Union’s development policies play a crucial role in shaping economic growth and convergence\, social cohesion\, and territorial balance across its member states and accession countries. Regional development strategies evolve in response to shifting priorities\, aiming to reduce disparities\, foster innovation\, and enhance competitiveness. These policies significantly impact both EU members and candidate countries\, influencing development policies\, governance models\, institutional structures\, and funding mechanisms. \nLocal and regional governments are key players in this process\, receiving an important role in the practical implementation of EU Acquis and public investments\, actively engaging in regional development planning\, and finding solutions for accessing EU funding. The workshop will explore and compare the experience of new EU members and candidate countries\, illustrating diverse approaches to leveraging EU support\, managing structural adjustments\, and addressing challenges in governance\, capacity building\, and long-term sustainability. This workshop will further explore these dynamics\, providing insights into best practices\, institutional options\, and the evolving role of regional development in the broader European integration process. \n  \n\n  \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about decentralization or local governance reforms in your country; updates about new research; or information about local government projects that you would like mentioned during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at eca@decentralization.net so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting. \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-europe-central-asia-open-meeting-march-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T093000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20240913T040655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T040655Z
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SUMMARY:Local Public Sector Alliance – Advisory Board & Community Meeting – March 2025
DESCRIPTION:The LPSA Advisory Board invites all LPSA Advisory Board members\, LPSA Working Group Co-Chairs and members\, as well as all interested policy practitioners\, government officials\, researchers and scholars\, civil society stakeholders and other members of the global community of practice on decentralization and localization to an Open Community Meeting on Friday\, March 14th\, 2025 (8:00 am ET; 12:00 pm London; 1:00 pm Paris; 3:00 pm Nairobi; 5:30 pm New Delhi; 7:00 pm Bangkok). \nThe Open Meeting provides an opportunity for your input into the activities and work program of the Alliance and its Working Groups for the ongoing period 2024-2025. \nRegistration for this meeting is required. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/local-public-sector-alliance-advisory-board-community-meeting-march-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250320T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250320T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20240713T151352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T184614Z
UID:7158-1742479200-1742484600@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Sub-Saharan Africa - Open Meeting - March 2025
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Expert Working Group (EWG) on Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on decentralization\, multilevel governance\, intergovernmental relations\, local governance and local development in Sub-Saharan Africa.  \nThe next public meeting of the SSA Expert Working Group is scheduled to take place on March 20 2025 [12:00 PM WAT/1:00 PM SAST/2:00 PM EAT] Registration for this meeting is required.  \n Register Here!  \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about decentralization or local governance reforms in your country; updates about new research; or information about local government projects that you would like mentioned during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at africa@decentralization.net so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting.  \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration. 
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-sub-saharan-africa-open-meeting-march-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20241220T142149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T142216Z
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SUMMARY:Citizen Participation and Inclusive Governance Course
DESCRIPTION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance is now accepting applications for its in-person course on Citizen Participation and Inclusive Governance in The Hague from 7-18 April 2025. \nThis course is designed for professionals working in participation\, inclusion\, and social accountability processes. It is ideal for practitioners from national\, regional\, and local governments\, NGOs\, donor agencies\, and development organisations who seek practical tools to enhance participatory governance and empower citizens. \nCourse Programme \n\nExplore the four pillars of this course—participation\, inclusion\, social accountability\, and innovation.\nLearn about innovative communication tools and strategies to engage stakeholders and manage expectations.\nDiscover how information technologies enhance transparency and accountability in governance.\nShare experiences with peers from diverse professional contexts and countries.\nDevelop actions to increase the inclusion of marginalized groups—such as women\, youth\, and persons with disabilities—in decision-making processes.\nParticipate in study visits to The Hague Municipality\, Schilderswijk neighborhood\, and Utrecht community initiatives to observe participatory governance in action.\n\nCourse Details\nDates: 7–18 April 2025\nLocation: The Hague\, Netherlands\nFee: €3\,895* (includes all training-related costs\, warm lunches\, and refreshments during training days).\n*Participants from DAC-listed ODA countries may qualify for a reduced fee. Group discounts are available for teams of three or more. \nUpon completion\, participants will receive a professional certificate from The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, recognizing their expertise in citizen participation\, social accountability\, and inclusive governance. \nApply now: https://thehagueacademy.com/course/citizen-participation-inclusive-governance/ \nFor questions about the course or the application process\, contact us at info@thehagueacademy.com or call +31 70 3738 695.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/citizen-participation-and-inclusive-governance-course/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, Nassaulaan 12\, The Hague\, 2500 GK\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hague Academy for Local Governance":MAILTO:info@thehagueacademy.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20241220T143101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T143128Z
UID:7545-1746403200-1747439999@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:Inclusive Service Delivery and the SDGs Course
DESCRIPTION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance is now accepting applications for its in-person course on Inclusive Service Delivery and the SDGs from 5-16 May 2025 in The Hague. \nThis course is tailored for professionals working in decentralization\, local governance\, and public service provision. It is ideal for participants from central\, regional\, and local governments\, NGOs\, donor agencies\, and development organisations\, who aim to strengthen service delivery and address inequalities through the lens of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). \nCourse Programme \n\nExamine the link between inclusive service delivery and key SDGs\, such as SDG 3 (health and well-being)\, SDG 6 (clean water)\, and SDG 10 (reduced inequalities).\nLearn to use analytical tools to assess and improve local service delivery systems.\nExplore methods to engage citizens and foster public-private cooperation for sustainable service delivery.\nGain insights into the role of different government levels in financing\, implementing\, and overseeing local services.\nParticipate in study visits to Dutch municipalities and organisations to see SDG frameworks in action\, including the Municipality of The Hague and the Global Goals Campaign.\nEngage with experts and peers to co-create strategies for improving public-private partnerships and local service delivery.\n\nCourse Details\nDates: 5–16 May 2025\nLocation: The Hague\, Netherlands\nFee: €3\,895* (includes all training-related costs\, warm lunches\, and refreshments during training days).\n*Participants from DAC-listed ODA countries may qualify for a reduced fee. Group discounts are available for teams of three or more. \nUpon completion\, participants will receive a professional certificate from The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, recognizing their expertise in inclusive service delivery and the SDGs.Learn more: https://thehagueacademy.com/course/inclusive-service-delivery-the-sdgs/ \nFor questions about the course or the application process\, contact us at info@thehagueacademy.com or call +31 70 3738 695.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/inclusive-service-delivery-and-the-sdgs-course/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, Nassaulaan 12\, The Hague\, 2500 GK\, Netherlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hague Academy for Local Governance":MAILTO:info@thehagueacademy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250527T153000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20240708T045442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T073859Z
UID:7135-1748359800-1748365200@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Asia Working Group – Knowledge Sharing Meeting – May 2025
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Expert Working Group (EWG) on Asia aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on decentralization\, multilevel governance\, intergovernmental relations\, local governance and local development in Asia. The next LPSA Knowledge Sharing organized by Asia Expert Working Group is scheduled to take place on May 27\, 2025 (6:00 am EDT\, 11:00 am BST\, 3:30 PM Delhi\, 5:00 PM BKK\, 6:00 PM Manila). Registration for this meeting is required.  \n Register Here!  \nOur upcoming knowledge sharing session will focus on What’s Next for Local Governance in Asia? Adaptive and Localized Solutions Amidst Global Aid Retrenchment. \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about decentralization or local governance reforms in your country; updates about new research; or information about local government projects that you would like mentioned during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at asia@decentralization.net so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting.  \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration.  \n 
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-knowledge-sharing-organized-by-asia-working-group-march-2025/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250621
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20241220T144806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T144812Z
UID:7547-1749427200-1750463999@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:Urban Governance: Resilient and Smart Cities Course
DESCRIPTION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance is now accepting applications for its in-person course on Urban Governance: Resilient and Smart Cities from 9-20 June in the Hague. \nThis course is tailored for professionals in urban governance\, city planning\, and development\, including city planners\, policymakers\, and sustainability advocates. It is ideal for participants from local\, regional\, and national governments\, NGOs\, donor agencies\, and development organisations seeking to enhance urban resilience and apply smart city solutions to current and future challenges. \nCourse Programme \n\nExplore resilience frameworks and strategies to assess and address city vulnerabilities\nLearn to design ethical and effective smart city solutions using innovative technologies and data\nExamine the principles of inclusivity\, such as “Leaving No One and No Place Behind\,” and consider how to mitigate the unintended consequences of smart solutions\, like the digital divide and privacy concerns\nCollaborate with peers from diverse professional and geographic backgrounds to develop participatory urban resilience strategies.\nParticipate in study visits to organisations such as the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water\, Smart City Amsterdam\, and the Rotterdam Global Center on Adaptation to explore cutting-edge solutions in action.\nDiscuss strategies for building “blended cities” that integrate technology and shared systems for inclusive growth.\n\nCourse Details\nDates: 9–20 June 2025\nLocation: The Hague\, Netherlands\nFee: €3\,895* (includes all training-related costs\, warm lunches\, and refreshments during training days).\n*Participants from DAC-listed ODA countries may qualify for a reduced fee. Group discounts are available for teams of three or more. \nUpon completion\, participants will receive a professional certificate from The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, recognizing their expertise in urban governance\, resilience strategies\, and smart city solutions. \nLearn more: https://thehagueacademy.com/course/urban-governance-resilient-and-smart-cities/ \nFor questions about the course or the application process\, contact us at info@thehagueacademy.com or call +31 70 3738 695.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/urban-governance-resilient-and-smart-cities-course/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, Nassaulaan 12\, The Hague\, 2500 GK\, Netherlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hague Academy for Local Governance":MAILTO:info@thehagueacademy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Skopje:20250611T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Skopje:20250611T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20240713T153157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T033342Z
UID:7104-1749657600-1749663000@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Europe & Central Asia – Open Meeting – June 2025
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Expert Working Group (EWG) on Europe & Central Asia (ECA) aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on decentralization\, multilevel governance\, intergovernmental relations\, local governance and local development in ECA. \nThe next public meeting of the ECA Expert Working Group is scheduled to take place on June 11\, 2025 (10:00 EDT/ 15:00 BST/ 16:00 CEST/19:00 UZT).  Registration is required for this meeting. \nRegister here! \nThe focus of the upcoming meeting will be on: Civic Monitoring of Government Programs and Policies \nEnsuring government accountability and the effective\, transparent use of public resources are fundamental pillars of good governance and sustainable development across Europe & Central Asia (ECA). Citizen engagement in overseeing government actions is increasingly vital for strengthening democratic processes\, improving public service delivery\, and ensuring that policies truly benefit the communities they are intended to serve. Active civic monitoring plays a critical role in verifying that state programs achieve their objectives\, public funds are spent wisely\, and local development initiatives align with citizen priorities. \nCitizens and civil society organizations across the ECA region are employing diverse strategies and innovative tools to participate in this oversight. They are key actors in tracking policy implementation\, scrutinizing budget allocations and expenditures\, and evaluating the impact of local projects. \nThis seminar\, hosted by LPSA’s Expert Working Group on Europe & Central Asia\, will delve into the practical dimensions of civic monitoring. It will focus specifically on concrete examples of citizen engagement in monitoring state programs\, budget execution\, and local development initiatives drawn from experiences within the ECA region. The session aims to explore the variety of mechanisms through which citizens and CSOs are holding governments accountable\, from social audits to technology-driven monitoring platforms. By examining these real-world cases\, the seminar will shed light on effective strategies\, identify common obstacles\, and foster discussion on best practices for meaningful citizen participation in governance processes\, ultimately contributing to more responsive and effective public administration and development outcomes in the region. \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about decentralization or local governance reforms in your country; updates about new research; or information about local government projects that you would like mentioned during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at eca@decentralization.net so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting. \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-europe-central-asia-open-meeting-june-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
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SUMMARY:Local Climate Response Course
DESCRIPTION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance is now accepting applications for its in-person course on Local Climate Response from 30 June to 11 July 2025 in The Hague. \nThis course is designed for professionals involved in climate adaptation and mitigation policy-making. It is ideal for participants from national\, regional\, and local governments\, NGOs\, donor agencies\, and knowledge institutions who are committed to addressing climate challenges and building resilient communities. \nCourse Programme \n\nUnderstand key concepts such as climate change adaptation\, mitigation\, risk\, and resilience.\nExplore tools and methodologies to assess climate vulnerabilities in various contexts.\nLearn about mainstreaming sustainability and climate actions within organisations.\nDesign and plan sustainable climate adaptation policies with a focus on building community resilience.\nEngage in study visits to innovative climate projects\, including Living Lab Scheveningen\, the World Horti Center\, and Eva-Lanxmeer.\nCollaborate with peers to develop actionable climate policies and identify funding strategies for local initiatives.\n\nCourse Details\nDates: 30 June – 11 July 2025\nLocation: The Hague\, Netherlands\nFee: €3\,895* (includes all training-related costs\, warm lunches\, and refreshments during training days).\n*Participants from DAC-listed ODA countries may qualify for a reduced fee. Group discounts are available for teams of three or more. \nUpon completion\, participants will receive a professional certificate from The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, recognizing their expertise in climate adaptation and mitigation strategies. \nLearn more here: https://thehagueacademy.com/course/climate-adaptation-local-resilience/ \nFor questions about the course or the application process\, contact us at info@thehagueacademy.com or call +31 70 3738 695.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/local-climate-response-course/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, Nassaulaan 12\, The Hague\, 2500 GK\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hague Academy for Local Governance":MAILTO:info@thehagueacademy.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20250321T093048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T093250Z
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SUMMARY:Local Response to Migration and Refugees
DESCRIPTION:What are the roles and responsibilities of local actors in dealing with migration and forced displacement? How can local governments plan for migration flows and deliver inclusive services to host communities and refugees? How can local actors foster social cohesion between migrant populations and host communities? \nLearn more about these questions in our upcoming course on Local Response to Migration and Refugees from July 7 to 18 2025 in The Hague. \nIn this course\, you will: \n\nDefine the meaning of international (legal) migration frameworks for countries with large movements of refugees\, migrants\, and internally displaced persons\nExplore the roles and responsibilities of local\, national\, and international authorities and how they can cooperative effectively\nUnderstand how to plan for basic services – such as housing\, health care and education – in an inclusive manner\nIdentify strategies for integrating refugees and migrants in the labour market\nExplore approaches to promote social cohesion between migrants\, refugees\, and host communities\nExperience successful migration management practices at a local level in the Netherlands\n\n  \nInterested? Find more information about the content\, application process and group discounts on our website. \nWe offer a 50% reduction of the course fee for practitioners from local authorities and local NGOs from countries on the OECD DAC-list. \nShould you know other persons in your organisation or network who may be interested in this course\, please feel free to share this course with your network. \nFor general inquiries\, please contact info@thehagueacademy.com or call +(31) 70 37 38 695
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/local-response-to-migration-and-refugees/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, Nassaulaan 12\, The Hague\, 2500 GK\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hague Academy for Local Governance":MAILTO:info@thehagueacademy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T093000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20250313T213617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T034153Z
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SUMMARY:LPSA – Advisory Board & Community Meeting – August 2025
DESCRIPTION:The LPSA Advisory Board invites all LPSA Advisory Board members\, LPSA Working Group Co-Chairs and members\, as well as all interested policy practitioners\, government officials\, researchers and scholars\, civil society stakeholders and other members of the global community of practice on decentralization and localization to an Open Community Meeting on Friday\, August 22nd\, 2025 (8:00 am EDT; 1:00 pm London; 2:00 pm Paris; 3:00 pm Nairobi; 5:30 pm New Delhi; 7:00 pm Bangkok). \nThe Open Meeting provides an opportunity for your input into the activities and work program of the Alliance and its Working Groups for the rest of 2025 and for the coming year (2026). \nRegistration for this meeting is required. \nRegister Here! \n—– \nMeeting Agenda \n\nWelcome and Introductions (Enid Slack)\nUpdate on ongoing LPSA activities (Jamie Boex)\nLPSA Member Portal (Mirna Dave)\nDraft LPSA Strategic Plan\, 2026-2030 (Jamie Boex)\nDiscussion / Input on LPSA Strategic Plan (Enid Slack)\n\nWhat should our priorities be?\nWhere would the funding come from to meet these priorities?\nAny implications for our organization structure / operations?\n\n\nAOB
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-advisory-board-community-meeting-august-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20250223T195752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T185041Z
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SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Gender Equity & Women’s Empowerment – Open Meeting – August  2025
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Thematic Working Group (TWG) on Gender Equity & Women’s Empowerment aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise at the intersection of decentralization/localization with gender equity and inclusive governance\, including local women’s empowerment. \nThe next public meeting of the TWG on Gender Equity & Women’s Empowerment will be held on August 27\, 2025 (7:00 EDT/ 15:00 EAT / 13:00 CET).  Registration for this meeting is required.  \n Register Here!  \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success. If you have any updates about Gender Equity and Women’s Empowerment in your country\, updates about new research\, or information about (1) women’s voice and political empowerment at the local level\, (2) women in local administration\, (3) gender-responsive subnational services and finance; (4) gender in the context of crisis; and (5) effective multilevel governance as an opportunity to women’s empowerment; that you would like mentioned during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at women@decentralization.net so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting. \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration. 
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-thematic-working-group-on-gender-equity-womens-empowerment-open-meeting-august-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20250321T093803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T093803Z
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SUMMARY:Integrity and Anti-Corruption
DESCRIPTION:What are the main root causes and drivers of corruption\, and how do they impact governance? How can integrity policies and anti-corruption frameworks help prevent corruption in public institutions and foster a culture of integrity? What international agreements and legal frameworks exist to combat corruption\, and how effective is their implementation? What policy instruments are most effective in preventing corruption? \n\n\n\nLearn more about these questions in our upcoming course on Integrity and Anti-Corruption from September 1 – 12 2025 in The Hague. \nIn this course\, you will: \n\nDefine key concepts in integrity and anti-corruption\nExplore widespread nature of corruption and its effects on social and economic development\, and the rule of law\nIdentify various methodologies for conducting corruption analysis\nDiscover and apply innovative tools related to integrity and anti-corruption\, such as codes of conduct\, whistleblower protection\, and the use of open data for transparency\nReview your own integrity and anti-corruption policies\, and identify steps to address gaps and drive positive change\nLearn about best practices in safeguarding integrity and the rule of law within the Dutch Public Prosecutor’s Office\n\nInterested? Find more information about the content\, application process and group discounts on our website. \nWe offer a 50% reduction of the course fee for practitioners from local authorities and local NGOs from countries on the OECD DAC-list. \nShould you know other persons in your organisation or network who may be interested in this course\, please feel free to forward this email.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/integrity-and-anti-corruption/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, Nassaulaan 12\, The Hague\, 2500 GK\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hague Academy for Local Governance":MAILTO:info@thehagueacademy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250910T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250910T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20240713T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T175542Z
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SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Subnational Finance - Open Meeting - September 2025
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Thematic Working Group (TWG) on Subnational Finance aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on fiscal decentralization\, multilevel government finance\, intergovernmental fiscal relations\, and subnational financial management. \nThe next public meeting of the TWG on Subnational Finance will be held on September 10\, 2025 (9:00 EDT/ 14:00 BST/ 15:00 CEST). Registration is required for this meeting. \nRegister here! \nThe focus of the upcoming meeting will be on Subnational climate finance: what do we know about what works (and what doesn’t)? \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about fiscal decentralization or subnational financial management in your country; updates about new research; or information about multilevel government finance and intergovernmental fiscal relations that you would like to mention during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at finance@decentralization.net. so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting. \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-thematic-working-group-on-subnational-finance-open-meeting-september-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20250321T094221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T094221Z
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SUMMARY:Local Economic Development
DESCRIPTION:What is Local Economic Development (LED)? How does it differentiate itself in addressing economic development challenges? What preconditions are required for LED to succeed? What strategies and tools can be used within LED? What is the role of the different government actors and what public funding mechanisms are there for economic development? \n\n\n\nLearn more about these questions in our upcoming course on Local Economic Development\,September 15 – 26\, 2025 in The Hague. \nIn this course\, participants will: \n\nExplore the concept of Local Economic Development (LED) as an integrated and participatory approach to address local economic challenges\nExamine the roles of local governments\, private sector\, and community actors in fostering inclusive and sustainable local economies\nLearn how to design and implement LED strategies\, including entrepreneurship development\, value chain development\, and public-private partnerships\nDiscuss how to align education and labour market needs\, and promote inclusive employment opportunities for vulnerable groups\nIdentify opportunities for LED financing from public\, private\, and development partners\nUnderstand decentralisation’s role in enabling LED and gain practical insights through study visits to The Hague Municipality and the “Triple Helix” Institute\n\nInterested? Find more information about the content\, application process and group discounts on our website. \nWe offer a 50% reduction of the course fee for practitioners from local authorities and local NGOs from countries on the OECD DAC-list. \nShould you know other persons in your organisation or network who may be interested in this course\, please feel free to forward this course. \nFor general inquiries\, please contact info@thehagueacademy.com or call +(31) 70 37 38 695
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/integrity-and-anti-corruption-2/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, Nassaulaan 12\, The Hague\, 2500 GK\, Netherlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hague Academy for Local Governance":MAILTO:info@thehagueacademy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T065345
CREATED:20250223T193628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T191154Z
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SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Sub-Saharan Africa – Open Meeting – September 2025
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Expert Working Group (EWG) on Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on decentralization\, multilevel governance\, intergovernmental relations\, local governance and local development in Sub-Saharan Africa.  \nThe next public meeting of the SSA Expert Working Group is scheduled to take place on Wednesday September 17\, 2025 [12:00 PM WAT/1:00 PM SAST/2:00 PM EAT] Registration for this meeting is required.  \n Register Here!  \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about decentralization or local governance reforms in your country; updates about new research; or information about local government projects that you would like mentioned during the open meeting\, please email the Working Group co-chairs at africa@decentralization.net so that a brief announcement can be made at the beginning of the meeting.  \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-sub-saharan-africa-open-meeting-sep-2025/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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