On February 13, 2025, the Governing Board of ALDA convened online to discuss strategic developments, new memberships, and upcoming initiatives. The session, attended by board members and ALDA staff, reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to local democracy, civic engagement, and international cooperation.
Key Decisions and Approvals
The Board approved several important documents, including:
✔ Minutes of the previous Governing Board meeting (December 11, 2024)
✔ The first list of co-chairs for ALDA’s Thematic Hubs, with final confirmation to be made in the next Governing Board meeting in Belgrade
✔ New memberships from Zhytomyr Municipality, Cherkasy Province, Chernihiv Municipality (Ukraine), PULSE Groupe SOS (Italy) and Vicenza Calcio Femminile (Italy)
✔ Approval of Local Democracy Agency (LDA) labels
Support for Ukrainian Partners
ALDA reaffirmed its support for Ukrainian members, with a growing number of LDAs in the country. Inna Volkova, ALDA Board Member, emphasised the need for continuous support and integration of new Ukrainian members.
A Collective Effort for Local Democracy
The Governing Board meeting reaffirmed ALDA’s unwavering commitment to democratic governance, civic engagement and global partnerships. With new initiatives on the horizon, ALDA remains dedicated to fostering inclusive, sustainable and resilient local democracies worldwide.
