New Members Approved and Exciting Initiatives Discussed in ALDA’s Recent Governing Board Meeting

November 27, 2023

In an online meeting held on November 20, 2023, ALDA’s Governing Board welcomed new members and delved into key initiatives.

Empowering Tomorrow: LDA Odesa Unveiled in a Historic Opening Ceremony

November 21, 2023

In a momentous occasion, ALDA proudly declared the official opening of Local Democracy Agency (LDA) Odesa in Ukraine, marking not only a historic milestone for Odesa but also coinciding with the celebration of 30 years of Local Democracy Agencies in the Balkans.

Celebrating 30 Years of Local Democracy Agencies in Kosovo

November 20, 2023

On 15th November 2023, LDA Kosovo organised a conference in the Municipality of Peja (Kosovo), centred around the European Label of Governance Excellence Programme, funded by the Council of Europe, and marking the 30 years of Local Democracy Agencies in the Western Balkans.

ELoGe: Enhancing Local Governance in Kosovo

November 20, 2023

On 15th November 2023, the LDA Kosovo organised a conference in the Municipality of Peja (Kosovo), focusing on the First Phase of the European Label of Governance Excellence Programme, with anticipation for the Second Phase.

Unlocking the Power of Participation: ALDA’s Membership Days Approach

November 16, 2023

Membership Days- tailored exclusively for ALDA members and potential members, this dynamic initiative serves as a gateway to explore the diverse facets of ALDA’s work, network possibilities, and equips participants with the essential tools to venture into the realm of citizens’ participation and inclusion.

Conferenza internazionale sul sostegno decentrato alle comunità ucraine: Vicenza diventa centro di collaborazione per la ricostruzione dell’Ucraina

November 15, 2023

Conferenza internazionale sul sostegno decentrato alle comunità ucraine a Vicenza (Italia) il 23 e 24 novembre 2023.

Fostering transformation: the WE ACT project introduces its countrywide training program in Türkiye in preparation for the 2024 Municipal Elections

November 15, 2023

The WE ACT project has kicked off its comprehensive Training programme for Women Politicians and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Türkiye.

Call for participants – The Future We Want project’s Transnational Caravan on climate & sustainability

November 14, 2023

Do you want to be part of creating a European Youth Manifesto for a sustainable future? Then come join The Future We Want project on a Transnational Caravan through Europe!

Inequalities Matter

November 14, 2023

The project aims at making Environmental citizenship more inclusive by giving voice to those citizens that are often excluded from the public debate.

ALDA at the Swiss International Holiday Exhibition: trails and nature on the trace of history

November 13, 2023

From the 3rd to the 5th November, ALDA+ took part in the 20th edition of the Swiss International Holiday Exhibition in Lugano (Switzerland), an incredible event for the tourism industry where people, cultures and places meet and share their experiences.

ALDA expands its network: new Local Democracy Agency opens in Edremit (Türkiye)

November 2, 2023

In an exciting development for local democracy and community empowerment, ALDA is thrilled to announce the inauguration of the new Local Democracy Agency (LDA) in Edremit, Türkiye.

Final Conference of the LIFE FALKON project: international meeting on research lines and conservation efforts of the Lesser Kestrel in the Mediterranean

November 2, 2023

The LIFE FALKON Final Conference was conducted in Myrina, Lemnos Island, Greece, spanning from the 12th to the 14th of october.

V.A.N.G.A. and H.I.L.L.: two projects for an ecological future in Vicenza

November 2, 2023

On the 21st and 22nd of October 2023, the Teatro Astra in Vicenza served as the prestigious backdrop for the final conference of the V.A.N.G.A. “Re-generations” project.

V.A.N.G.A Vicenza per Ambiente Nuove Generazioni in Azione

October 31, 2023

Environmental Education and empowerment

ALDA at the 45th Session of the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities: 30 Years of LDAs and Youth Engagement

October 30, 2023

Mrs. Antonella Valmorbida, ALDA Secretary General, participated in the 45th Session of the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe which took place in Strasbourg (France) from 24 to 26 October, by addressing the audience with a speech on “Youth engagement as a factor of peace and reconciliation”.

Empowering Change Makers: ALDA’s Participation in the School on Participatory Democracy in Türkiye

October 27, 2023

Between September 18th-22nd and October 9th-13th, two exciting editions of the “School on Participatory Democracy” took place in Türkiye, co-organized by the Council of Europe.

ADD Something Meaningful

October 25, 2023

Youth engagement in democratic processes

Our Digital Village (ODV)

October 25, 2023

The project aims to involve rural communities and political actors in a bottom-up participation approach.