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SUMMARY:Workshop: Elevating The Debate On Decentralization  And Multilevel Governance In Africa
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn December 2021\, the Local Public Sector Alliance convened a series of virtual knowledge sharing events on Decentralization and Local Development in Sub-Saharan Africa. Progress on devolution and local governance in the region was found to be uneven\, and the extent and pace of decentralization can be described as moderate at best. An initial assessment of the state of local governance institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa indicates that although some countries have devolved regional or local government institutions\, decentralization and localization efforts are in need of strengthening and deepening in countries around the region. This is especially true if we wish subnational governance institutions in Africa to be effective and empowered actors in efforts to localize sustainable development and/or to engage in decentralized development cooperation. \nThe Local Public Sector Alliance—led by LPSA’s Working Group on Sub-Saharan Africa and other Africa-based members of the Alliance–wants to engage with experts and partner organizations on how best to support and advocate for more inclusive and effective decentralization and localization in Sub-Saharan Africa. \nTo this effect\, LPSA—along with key partner organizations—is organizing the workshop “Elevating The Debate On Decentralization and Multilevel Governance In Africa” which will be held at the Emara Ole-Sereni Hotel\, in Nairobi\, Kenya\, from May 20-22\, 2024 (9:00-17:00\, NBO). Interested colleagues will be able to join us online via Zoom. \nThe workshop will explore the following: How can subnational governance institutions in Africa pursue more effective interventions to localize sustainable development and engage in decentralized development cooperation? How can bringing together stakeholders from across the continent to engage in knowledge development\, knowledge sharing\, and evidence-informed policy advocacy ‘elevate the debate’ and promote effective decentralization and localization as a critical precondition for resilient\, inclusive\, sustainable\, equitable and efficient development? \nThe tentative (updated) program for the workshop is available here. \nRegister to attend the program online here. (The same registration / Zoom link is valid for all three days). \n  \n 
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/workshop-elevating-the-debate-on-decentralization-and-multilevel-governance-in-africa/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240529
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SUMMARY:Training: Urban Governance Training - Resilient and Smart Cities
DESCRIPTION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance is accepting applications for its in-person Urban Governance Training: Resilient and Smart Cities. \nThis course targets professionals engaged in urban governance and development\, including city planners and urban policymakers\, drawn from various sectors such as national\, regional\, and local governments\, NGOs\, knowledge institutes\, and donor organisations. It aims to explore frameworks\, strategies\, and tools to enhance cities’ resilience\, enabling them to withstand and recover from internal and external shocks\, maintain essential functions\, and adapt to continuous change. \nAdditionally\, the course delves into smart city solutions\, investigating the role of data and innovative technologies in improving city system efficiency and fostering urban resilience. It also examines the formulation of scenarios for inclusive cities\, applying the principle of Leaving No One and No Place Behind\, and discusses the ethical considerations of smart city projects\, including potential issues like the digital divide\, cybersecurity\, and privacy concerns. \nLastly\, the course addresses how ‘post-COVID’ cities can leverage technologies to reinforce physical interactions\, shared systems\, services\, and spaces\, shaping the concept of ‘blended cities’ in the future. \nThe course will take place in The Hague\, Netherlands\, from 15 May 2024 to 28 May 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/urban-governance-training-resilient-and-smart-cities/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, Nassaulaan 12\, The Hague\, 2500 GK\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240418T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240418T143000
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SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Sub-Saharan Africa – Open Meeting – April 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 18 April 2024 [12:00 PM WAT/1:00 PM SAST/2:00 PM EAT] Registration for this meeting is required.  \nRegister 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 
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-sub-saharan-africa-open-meeting-18-april-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T050240Z
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SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Latin America and the Caribbean – Open Meeting – April 2024
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Regional Working Group on Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) 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 the LAC region. \nThe next public meeting of the LAC Working Group is scheduled to take place on April 16\, 2024 (11 AM Lima\, 12 PM La Paz\, 1 PM Buenos Aires). Simultaneous interpretation (EN/SP/EN) will be provided. Registration for this meeting is required. \nRegister Here! \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about decentralization or local governance reforms in the region; 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 lac@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\n\n\nEl Grupo de Trabajo Regional de LPSA sobre América Latina y el Caribe (ALC) tiene como objetivo reunir a funcionarios gubernamentales\, profesionales de políticas\, académicos\, organizaciones de la sociedad civil y ciudadanos que comparten un interés y experiencia en descentralización\, gobernanza multinivel\, relaciones intergubernamentales\, gobernanza local y desarrollo en la región de ALC. \nLa próxima reunión pública del Grupo de Trabajo Regional de ALC está programada para el martes 16 de avril de 2024 (11AM Lima / 12PM La Paz / 1PM Buenos Aires). Se proporcionará interpretación simultánea (EN/ES/EN). Es necesario registrarse para esta reunión. \n¡Registrar aquí! \nNecesitamos su ayuda para que esta reunión sea un éxito: si tiene alguna actualización sobre la descentralización o las reformas de la gobernanza local en su país; actualizaciones sobre nuevas investigaciones; o información sobre proyectos de gobiernos locales en América Latina y el Caribe que le gustaría mencionar durante la reunión\, envíe un correo electrónico a los copresidentes del Grupo de Trabajo a lac@decentralization.net para que se pueda hacer un breve anuncio al comienzo de la reunión. \nRecordatorio: puede unirse a cualquier grupo de trabajo de expertos de LPSA sin costo alguno y recibir recordatorios y actualizaciones al inscribirse en uno o más grupos de trabajo como parte de su registro de membresía de LPSA.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-latin-america-and-the-caribbean-open-meeting-april-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T093000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20240112T131223Z
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SUMMARY:Local Public Sector Alliance – Advisory Board & Community Meeting – April 2024
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\, April 12th\, 2024 (8:00 am ET; 1:00 pm London; 2:00 pm Paris; 4:00 pm Nairobi; 6:30 pm New Delhi; 8:00 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 2023-2024. \nRegistration for this meeting is required. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/local-public-sector-alliance-advisory-board-community-meeting-april-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20240409T153000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20240409T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20231019T113356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T175441Z
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SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Asia – Open Meeting – April 2024
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.  \nThe next public meeting of the Asia Expert Working Group is scheduled to take place on April 9\, 2024 (3:30 PM Delhi\, 5:00 PM BKK\, 6:00 PM Manila). Registration for this meeting is required.  \nRegister 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 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. 
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-asia-open-meeting-april-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240306T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240306T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230829T233441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T005843Z
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SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Subnational Finance – Open Meeting – March 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 March 6\, 2024\, (9:00 EST/ 14:00 GMT/ 15:00 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 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 mentioned 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 group as part of your LPSA Membership registration
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsas-thematic-working-group-on-subnational-finance-open-meeting-march-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240304T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240304T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230901T171156Z
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SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy & Inclusive Governance - Open Meeting - March 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 Monday March 4\, 2024\, 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.   \nRegistration is required for this meeting – Register 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-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240228T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240228T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20231023T013859Z
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SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Gender Equity & Women’s Empowerment - Open Meeting - February 2024
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 28\, 2024 (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 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-february-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T123000
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SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Latin America and the Caribbean – Open Meeting – February 2024
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Regional Working Group on Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) 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 the LAC region. \nThe next public meeting of the LAC Working Group is scheduled to take place on February 27\, 2024 (11 AM Lima\, 12 PM La Paz\, 1 PM Buenos Aires). Simultaneous interpretation (EN/SP/EN) will be provided. Registration for this meeting is required. \nRegister Here! \nWe need your help to make this meeting a success: If you have any updates about decentralization or local governance reforms in the region; 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 lac@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\n\n\nEl Grupo de Trabajo Regional de LPSA sobre América Latina y el Caribe (ALC) tiene como objetivo reunir a funcionarios gubernamentales\, profesionales de políticas\, académicos\, organizaciones de la sociedad civil y ciudadanos que comparten un interés y experiencia en descentralización\, gobernanza multinivel\, relaciones intergubernamentales\, gobernanza local y desarrollo en la región de ALC. \nLa próxima reunión pública del Grupo de Trabajo Regional de ALC está programada para el martes 27 de febrero de 2024 (11AM Lima / 12PM La Paz / 1PM Buenos Aires). Se proporcionará interpretación simultánea (EN/ES/EN). Es necesario registrarse para esta reunión. \n¡Registrar aquí! \nNecesitamos su ayuda para que esta reunión sea un éxito: si tiene alguna actualización sobre la descentralización o las reformas de la gobernanza local en su país; actualizaciones sobre nuevas investigaciones; o información sobre proyectos de gobiernos locales en América Latina y el Caribe que le gustaría mencionar durante la reunión\, envíe un correo electrónico a los copresidentes del Grupo de Trabajo a lac@decentralization.net para que se pueda hacer un breve anuncio al comienzo de la reunión. \nRecordatorio: puede unirse a cualquier grupo de trabajo de expertos de LPSA sin costo alguno y recibir recordatorios y actualizaciones al inscribirse en uno o más grupos de trabajo como parte de su registro de membresía de LPSA.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-latin-america-and-the-caribbean-open-meeting-february-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240125T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240125T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20231019T112825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T044652Z
UID:6126-1706187600-1706193000@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Sub-Saharan Africa – Open Meeting – January 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 25 January 2024 [12:00 PM WAT/1:00 PM SAST/2:00 PM EAT] Registration for this meeting is required.  \nRegister 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-25-january-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20240116T153000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20240116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20231019T113542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T005233Z
UID:6119-1705419000-1705424400@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Asia – Open Meeting – January 2024
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.  \nThe next public meeting of the Asia Expert Working Group is scheduled to take place on January 16\, 2024 (3:30 PM Delhi\, 5:00 PM BKK\, 6:00 PM Manila). Registration for this meeting is required.  \nRegister 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 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-expert-working-group-on-asia-open-meeting-16-january-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240112T090000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230908T115304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T225434Z
UID:6014-1705046400-1705050000@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:Local Public Sector Alliance – Advisory Board & Community Meeting – January 2024
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\, January 12th\, 2024 (8:00 am ET; 1:00 pm London; 2:00 pm Paris; 4:00 pm Nairobi; 6:30 pm New Delhi; 8:00 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 2023-2024. \nRegistration for this meeting is required. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/local-public-sector-alliance-advisory-board-community-meeting-january-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Belgrade:20231213T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Belgrade:20231213T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230830T171404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T050246Z
UID:5965-1702483200-1702488600@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Europe & Central Asia – Open Meeting – December 2023
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 13\, 2023\, 10:00 am EST / 15:00 GMT/ 16:00 CET/ 20:00 UZT. Registration for this meeting is required. \nRegister 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 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 group as part of your LPSA Membership registration
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-europe-central-asia-open-meeting-december-2023/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231205T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230829T233245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T042337Z
UID:5946-1701786600-1701792000@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Subnational Finance - Open Meeting - December 2023
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. \n\n\n\nThe next public meeting of the TWG on Subnational Finance will be held on Tuesday\, December 5\, 2023\, (9:30 EST/ 14:30 GMT/ 15:30 CET). Note that this is one day earlier than previously scheduled. Registration is required for this meeting. \nRegister here! \n\n\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 mentioned 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. \n\n\n\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 group as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsas-thematic-working-group-on-subnational-finance-open-meeting-december-2023/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20231129T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20231129T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20231023T014347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T161232Z
UID:6227-1701270000-1701275400@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Gender Equity & Women’s Empowerment - Open Meeting - November 2023
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 November 29\, 2023 (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 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-november-2023/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231124
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20231012T222632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T222632Z
UID:6197-1700611200-1700783999@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:International Conference on Federalism\, Devolution of Power\, and Inclusive Democracy in Nepal and Asia
DESCRIPTION:Kathmandu University School of Law (KUSOL) is proud to announce its upcoming International Conference on Federalism\, Devolution of Power\, and Inclusive Democracy in Nepal and Asia. The conference is scheduled to take place on November 22-23\, 2023\, in the city of Kathmandu. \nFederalism\, as a governance model\, has been gaining prominence around the world as a means to ensure equitable distribution of power and resources\, enhance intergovernmental coordination\, and promote inclusive democratic processes. Against this backdrop\, KUSOL is convening a diverse array of constitutional experts\, practitioners\, researchers\, policymakers\, political parties\, and civil society members from Nepal\, South Asia\, and the Asia Pacific region\, bringing together approximately 100 participants for this landmark event. \nThe conference will revolve around three central themes: \nIntergovernmental Coordination and Cooperation in Federal Systems: The conference will provide a platform to explore effective mechanisms for coordination and cooperation among various tiers of government within federal systems. Participants will engage in comprehensive discussions on sharing responsibilities\, managing conflicts\, and fostering collaboration for holistic governance. \nEquitable Distribution of Fiscal and State Resources: Addressing the issue of resource allocation and distribution is crucial in ensuring balanced development across all regions. Attendees will delve into strategies for fair fiscal practices and optimal utilization of state resources to minimize disparities and promote sustainable growth. \nInclusion in Decentralized Governance: Inclusivity is at the core of democratic principles under the Constitution of Nepal\, 2015. This theme will facilitate conversations on how to ensure marginalized voices are heard and included in decision-making processes within decentralized structures\, fostering a truly representative and participatory democracy. \nThe conference is led by Prof. Bipin Adhikari as its convener\, a scholar renowned for his expertise in constitutional law and governance. \nKUSOL is grateful for the kind support extended by the Subnational Governance Program (SNGP) implemented by The Asia Foundation under a strategic partnership with The Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The program shares the vision of advancing effective federal governance and inclusive democracy. Their partnership underscores the importance of such dialogues in addressing contemporary governance challenges. \nThe anticipated outcomes of this conference hold substantial significance\, particularly in relation to the ongoing constitution implementation and consolidation process in Nepal. The insights generated and recommendations put forth during the event will contribute to shaping policies\, refining practices\, and enhancing the overall understanding of federalism\, devolution of power\, and inclusive democracy. \nMore information: https://solconferences.ku.edu.np/ \nTo learn more about the conference and to register as a participant\, click here!. \n 
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/international-conference-on-federalism-devolution-of-power-and-inclusive-democracy-in-nepal-and-asia/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231116
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20231103T134241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T134241Z
UID:6277-1699920000-1700092799@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:International seminar on managing for development results: “Unified Diversity for Restoration: Collaborative Local Efforts for Climate Change”
DESCRIPTION:The Asian Development Bank (ADB)\, the Korea Development Institute (KDI) School of Public Policy and Management\, and the African Development Bank (AfDB) are jointly organizing an International Seminar on Management for Development Results (MfDR) “Unified Diversity for Restoration: Collaborative Local Efforts for Climate Change” from November 14th to November 15th\, 2023. The seminar will explore innovative endeavors undertaken by subnational or local governments in addressing climate change in the region\, in alignment with national and global initiatives. By sharing innovative approaches and jointly examining common challenges\, the event will delve into effective ways forward in strengthening the institutional capacities and resilience of subnational governments\, and the political\, legal\, and fiscal contexts in which they operate. \nDay 1 (14 November) will focus on Global-to-local and National-to-local coordination for local responses to climate change\, and Day 2 will shift the emphasis to local climate change actions within regional or inter-regional context. \nFor more details on the event\, please visit the website: Link here \nRegister here
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/international-seminar-on-managing-for-development-results-unified-diversity-for-restoration-collaborative-local-efforts-for-climate-change/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231101T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231101T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230901T170650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T155230Z
UID:5987-1698850800-1698856200@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy & Inclusive Governance - Open Meeting - November 2023
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 first public meeting of the Local Democracy\, Inclusive Governance and Community-led Development will be held on Wednesday\, November 1\, 2023 at 9:00 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.  \nRegistration is required for this meeting – Register 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-november-2023/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20231019T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20231019T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230408T035025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T040417Z
UID:5452-1697724000-1697729400@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Sub-Saharan Africa – Open Meeting – October 2023
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 October 19\, 2023\, (14:00 EAT / 13:00 SAST / 12:00 WAT). Registration for this meeting is required. \nRegister 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 group as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-sub-saharan-africa-open-meeting-october-2023/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231101
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230630T025901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T030306Z
UID:5816-1697587200-1698796799@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:Course: Local Economic Development
DESCRIPTION:What strategies and tools can local authorities use to promote sustainable and inclusive economic growth? How to create positive conditions for job creation and poverty reduction? And how to involve stakeholders at all levels? \nJoin this course and gain insights into the long-term local economic strategy of the Municipality of the Hague. Learn more and sign up \nFor general inquiries\, please contact info@thehagueacademy.com or call +(31) 70 37 38 695
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/course-local-economic-development/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy\, The Hague\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20231007T143729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231007T143729Z
UID:6163-1697531400-1697538600@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:Gender Hub Webinar: Peer-to-Peer Sharing of Best Practices: Inclusive Municipal Service Delivery
DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about creating thriving communities where every individual\, regardless of who they are\, has access to essential services and opportunities? We invite you to a webinar that delves into the best practices of inclusive and gender-sensitive municipal service delivery. This event is for anyone interested in driving positive change in their community! It will be hosted through an online webinar\, on October 17th\, 2023\, from 8:30-10:30am EDT. \nDiscover insights from thought leaders and experts who are paving the way for equitable municipal services. Our lineup of speakers includes municipal practitioners from Canada and Partnerships for Municipal Innovation – Women in Local Leadership (PMI-WILL) project countries (Benin\, Cambodia\, Ghana\, Sri Lanka\, and Zambia)\, ensuring a global perspective on these critical topics. \nThis webinar will unveil the findings of an extensive environmental scan conducted in Canada in 2022\, Research on Canadian Municipalities and Inclusive Services. The research has identified 50 innovative initiatives from more than 40 municipalities\, all geared toward fostering inclusivity and addressing gender disparities. \nWhat You’ll Gain: \n\nInsights into actionable strategies that promote equity and inclusivity.\nAwareness of challenges and opportunities for fostering intersectional inclusivity.\nInspiration from real-world case studies driving positive change.\nAccess to the Research on Canadian Municipalities and Inclusive Services\n\nThis webinar is open to all individuals committed to building more inclusive\, equitable\, and vibrant communities. Municipal leaders\, policymakers\, activists\, advocates\, and concerned citizens will find takeaways to apply in their regions. Don’t miss out on this enriching opportunity to join the conversation\, learn from practitioners\, and contribute to the journey toward more inclusive and gender-sensitive municipal services. \nRegister now here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Webinar_Inclusive_Municipal_Service_Delivery. \nTogether\, we can build a better future for all.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/gender-hub-webinar-peer-to-peer-sharing-of-best-practices-inclusive-municipal-service-delivery/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Belgrade:20231011T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Belgrade:20231011T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230830T172447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T184728Z
UID:5961-1697040000-1697047200@decentralization.net
SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Europe & Central Asia – Open Meeting - October 2023
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 October 11\, 2023\, 10:00 EDT/ 15:00 BST/ 16:00 CEST/19:00 UZT. Registration for this meeting is required. \nRegister Here! \nThe focus of the upcoming meeting will be on the Power of decentralization in Ukraine: Local Governments Resistance\, Resilience and Rebuilding during the Conflict. Guest speakers will share presentations on the timeline of decentralization in Ukraine from 2016-2018\, its resilience in an asymmetric war\, the role of local governments and decentralization reform\, the impact of PIT and property taxes on local governments in Ukraine\, and the experiences of local governments during the conflict. \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 group as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-europe-central-asia-open-meeting-october-2023/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20231010T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20231010T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230408T033531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T193851Z
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SUMMARY:LPSA Expert Working Group on Asia – Open Meeting – October 2023
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. \nThe next public meeting of the Asia Expert Working Group is scheduled to take place on October 10\, 2023\, (3:30 Delhi\, 5 pm BKK\, 6 pm Manila). Registration for this meeting is required. \nRegister 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 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 group as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-expert-working-group-on-asia-open-meeting-october-2023/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230918
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230916T033323Z
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SUMMARY:SDG Action Weekend
DESCRIPTION:To maximize the SDG Summit’s impact\, the Secretary General is convening an SDG Action Weekend\, which will generate opportunities for stakeholders\, UN entities\, and Member States to convene inside the United Nations Headquarters and set out specific commitments and contributions to drive SDG transformation between now and 2030. \nThe SDG Action Weekend will consist of the SDG Mobilization Day on Saturday\, 16 September\, and the SDG Acceleration Day on Sunday\, 17 September at UNHQ in New York. \nThe SDG Mobilization Day (16 September) will create an opportunity for stakeholders from all sectors to convene inside the United Nations Headquarters and mobilize towards an ambitious SDG Summit and UN General Assembly High-Level Week. \nThe SDG Acceleration Day (17 September) will be centered around the UN High-Impact Initiatives. \n  \nLearn more about the planned sessions here.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/sdg-action-weekend/
LOCATION:United Nations HQ\, 405 E 45th St\, New York\, NY\, 10017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T090000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230612T002527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T002527Z
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SUMMARY:Local Public Sector Alliance – Advisory Board & Community Meeting – September 2023
DESCRIPTION:The LPSA Advisory Board invites all Advisory Board 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 September 15th\, 2023 (8:00 am ET; 1:00 pm London; 2:00 pm Paris/Johannesburg; 3:00 pm Cairo/Nairobi; 5:30 pm New Delhi; 7:00 pm Bangkok/Jakarta) for your input into the activities and work program of the Alliance for the ongoing period 2023-2024. \nRegistration for this meeting is required. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/local-public-sector-alliance-advisory-board-community-meeting-september-2023/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20230914T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20230914T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230720T020847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T020847Z
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SUMMARY:Local Democracy Talk: Morality Policies – 4 Strategies to End Discrimination Locally
DESCRIPTION:Join the upcoming event co-organized by the Swedish International Centre for Local Democracy (ICLD) and Development Partners Network on Decentralisation & Local Governance (DeLoG) to explore four strategies for local governments to combat discriminatory policies and defend democracy. This event is scheduled on September 14 from 10:00 – 11:30 AM (CEST).  \nDiscover how decentralization and strengthening local democracy can help resist autocratic tendencies in countries where democracy is retreating. Learn about tools and incentives that local governments can use to stand up against anti-rights policies and the role of morality in shaping their responses. \nModerator:  Helena Bjuremalm\, Deputy Head of Democracy Unit\, Sida \nPanel:\n– Wawan Mas’udi\, Universitas Gadjah Mada Indonesia\, PI of the research project Morality Policies and the Prospect for Inclusive Citizenship in Decentralized Indonesia\n– Shora Esmailian\, journalist\, author and women’s rights activist from Iran/Sweden\n– Sergeant Kgosietsile\, HBTQ activist and former councilor in Gaborone\, Botswana\n– Mujo Halilovic\, Malmö City’s Centre for inclusion of Roma population\, Sweden\n– Olga Ditsie\, Mayor of Jwaneng Town\, Botswana\n– Adria Duarte\, International Observatory of Participatory Democracy (TBC) \nYou can read more about the event here. \nREGISTRATION HERE
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/local-democracy-talk-morality-policies-4-strategies-to-end-discrimination-locally/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230906T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230906T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230815T011837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T212930Z
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SUMMARY:LPSA Thematic Working Group on Subnational Finance - Open Meeting\, September 2023
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 first public meeting of the TWG on Subnational Finance will be held on Wednesday\, September 6\, 2023\, (9:00 EDT/ 14:00 BST/ 15:00 CEST). Registration is required for this meeting – register here! \nIn addition to other topics\, the focus of the upcoming meeting will be on municipal borrowing\, and will include short presentations by Gundula Loeffler (Financial intermediaries for facilitating cities’ access to debt finance in Africa) and Paul Smoke (Subnational Borrowing and Commercial Debt in lower-middle and middle income countries) followed by a moderated discussion. \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 mentioned 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 group as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-thematic-working-group-on-subnational-finance-open-meeting-september-2023/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230629T085624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T030241Z
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SUMMARY:Course: Fiscal Decentralisation and Local Finance
DESCRIPTION:How can spending responsibilities and revenue resources be best assigned to the different government layers in different contexts? How can sub-national governments optimize their revenues\, design fair and effective local tax systems and strengthen their financial management? How can local budgets effectively respond to citizens’ needs and how can citizens hold their local authorities accountable? \nJoin this course and gain insights into the different financial resources and spending responsibilities of national and local authorities\, to ensure inclusive and sustainable local public services. Learn more and sign up \nFor general inquiries\, please contact info@thehagueacademy.com or call +(31) 70 37 38 695
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/course-fiscal-decentralisation-and-local-finance/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy\, The Hague\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230819
DTSTAMP:20260417T113023
CREATED:20230303T025924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T025924Z
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SUMMARY:2nd International Conference on Inclusive Cities
DESCRIPTION:This conference seeks to foster cross-disciplinary dialogue and collaboration between researchers\, practitioners\, policymakers\, and community members to explore the capacity of the state to achieve inclusive cities. We believe that by bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders\, we can identify innovative solutions and strategies to help cities become more inclusive and equitable places to live\, work and play. \nOverall\, this conference aims to promote an understanding of the complex dynamics of cities and provide a platform for exchanging ideas\, knowledge\, and best practices on inclusive cities. Papers that address specific case studies and practical examples of inclusive city initiatives\, policies\, and programs are highly encouraged. We also look forward to papers that examine the challenges and barriers that cities face in creating inclusive environments\, such as lack of funding\, political will\, or community engagement. Furthermore\, papers that discuss the role of  technology and data in promoting inclusivity and examine the intersectionality of various marginalized groups\, such as race\, class\, gender\, and disability\, are highly welcomed. \nAt Inclusive Cities 2023\, we would like to highlight the following main sub-themes: \n\nInclusive economy\nInclusive education\nInclusive health system\nInclusive cities and built environment\nTechnology and data to promote inclusivity\nGovernance and institutions in promoting inclusivity\nClimate change and environmental degradation on inclusivity\n\nOrganizer: Prof. Hope Magidimisha\nTel: +27 (031) 260-1353\nEmail: popoolaa@ukzn.ac.za
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/2nd-international-conference-on-inclusive-cities/
LOCATION:Durban\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Conference
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