6 Turkish Municipalities awarded with the ELoGE
Dicembre 20, 2023The European Label of Governance Excellence (ELoGE) has been acquired by six Turkish municipalities for the 2023-24 period. The ELoGE, symbolising a culture of good governance in local governments, is awarded by the National Platform established in Türkiye under the coordination of the Argüden Governance Academy.
Unlocking Perspectives: Youth’s Impact on Inclusion and Intercultural Understanding
Dicembre 19, 2023On the 5th of December in Strasbourg (France(, the event titled “From Voices to Visions: Youth’s Impact on Inclusion and Intercultural Understanding” emerged as a powerful platform for dialogue, collaboration, and visionary thinking.
A new place for THE:PLACE programme: showcasing projects on EU-Turkish and CSO-LA collaboration
Dicembre 18, 2023THE:PLACE is a collaborative exchange program designed to establish enduring networks between Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and Local Authorities(LAs) in Türkiye and the European Union.
Stand Together Against Hate: join the multi-agency initiative on January 11, 2024!
Dicembre 18, 2023In a world where unity and understanding are paramount, combating hate crimes remains a collective responsibility
EU support for community development and social accountability in the Republic of Moldova under the EU4Accountability project
Dicembre 18, 2023Citizens, civil society organisations, and local authorities in 10 countries are taking stock of the EU4Accountability project and already have joint development plans for their communities for the coming year. In November-December, several other projects coordinated by ALDA have achieved their objectives.
Exploring innovations in Euro-Integrative processes at the School of European Policy
Dicembre 18, 2023Exploring innovations in Euro-Integrative processes at the School of European Policy
Support for the establishment of temporary shelter Areas in the earthquake-stricken Region of Hatay (Türkiye)
Dicembre 15, 2023The earthquakes in Türkiye in 2023 caused extensive damage across 11 provinces, resulting in the loss of over 50,000 lives and a financial impact of 351 billion Turkish Lira.
ALDA celebrates the European Council’s Decision to Open Membership Talks with Ukraine and Moldova, and to Grant Candidate Status to Georgia
Dicembre 15, 2023Everyone in ALDA today celebrates the European Council’s decision to initiate Accession negotiation talks with Ukraine and Moldova and to grant the candidate status to Georgia. We are welcoming the proposed steps towards Bosnia and Herzegovina, hoping for a more firm decision in March 2024.
SAVE THE DATE for “Local Democracy for Global Impact” – ALDA Festival and General Assembly 2024
Dicembre 14, 2023The eagerly awaited ALDA Festival and General Assembly 2024 is set to become a landmark event, marking a significant milestone in the Organisation’s relentless pursuit of its mission and impact. Taking place from May 14 until 16, 2024, and scheduled to unfold in the city of Barcelona, Spain, this assembly strategically aligns with the Barcelona European Capital of Democracy (ECoD) initiative, amplifying the resonance of its mission.
Link4Cooperation Conference: local government, citizens and civil society working together for enhanced communities
Dicembre 12, 2023At the concluding conference titled “Local Government and Citizens Together for Better Communities” held in Sarajevo on December 8, 2023, Bosnia and Herzegovina showcased its efforts in empowering local communities.
Municipalities in Bosnia and Herzegovina recognized for excellence in good governance in Sarajevo
Dicembre 12, 2023In Sarajevo, the “Local Government and Citizens Together for Better Communities” conference on December 8 celebrated the outstanding achievements of municipalities in Bosnia and Herzegovina with the Excellence in Good Governance Awards.
Advancing Local Democracy in Ukraine: ALDA’s Vision for LDA Kharkiv
Dicembre 6, 2023In a testament to its commitment to fostering resilient, inclusive, and sustainable communities, ALDA is spearheading the establishment of LDA Kharkiv (Ukraine).
International Conference Recap: Fostering Local Governance for a Wider European Community
Novembre 30, 2023The recent International Conference “A Wider European Community: The Importance of Local Governance, A roadmap for the Western Balkans, Moldova, and Ukraine on the road for EU accession” was held in Skopje, North Macedonia, on October 19 and 20, 2023.
Forum of Local Governments of the European Union and the Community of Latin America and Caribbean States: fostering local authorities and democracy dialogue
Novembre 30, 2023On 9 and 10 November 2023, the Forum of Local Governments of the European Union and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States took place at the Auditorium of the Industrial School of Barcelona (Spain), with the aim to strengthen the political dialogue between the EU and Latin America.
Discover the 12 Principles of Good Local Governance – ELoGE
Novembre 29, 2023The Council of Europe – Centre of Expertise for Good Governance has taken a significant step in advancing the standards of governance by introducing an enhanced set of “12 Principles of Good Governance.”
Il forte sostegno italiano alle Comunità Ucraine: Il messaggio del Ministro Antonio Tajani
Novembre 28, 2023l Vice Presidente del Consiglio e Ministro degli Affari Esteri, On. Antonio Tajani, si è recentemente espresso in una significativa lettera in occasione della “Conferenza Internazionale sul Sostegno Decentrato alle Comunità Ucraine: Il Ruolo dei Comuni di Media Dimensione e l’Approccio Territoriale,” tenutasi a Vicenza (Italia) il 23 e 24 Novembre 2023.
