ALDA International School is back in 2025 with Strong Regional and European Support for Democracy

April 14, 2025

ALDA officially launches the 2025 edition of its International School 2025, an ambitious, high-level training …
Council of Europe Workshop on ELoGE

Council of Europe Workshop on ELoGE

March 31, 2025

ALDA is invited to present its ELoGE experience within this workshop, where they will promote the new system and the accreditation
VI World Forum of Local Economic Development

VI World Forum of Local Economic Development

March 31, 2025

The sixth edition of the World Forum for Local Economic Development will be held from April 1 to 4, 2025 in Seville, Spain

Strategic Momentum in Belgrade: ALDA’s Governing Board Meets to Advance Local Democracy and Thematic Priorities

March 31, 2025

ALDA’s Governing Board convened for a very important in-person meeting in Belgrade, Serbia, marking a strategic milestone in the organisation’s continued commitment to fostering local democracy, civic engagement, and European integration, particularly in the Western Balkans.

L’ADL Tunisie déploie des espaces citoyens pour renforcer les services de proximité

March 11, 2025

L’ADL Tunisie a inauguré des espaces citoyens à Djerba, Remada, et bientôt à Chebika, modernisant l’administration locale avec des services municipaux accessibles, transparents et numériques, contribuant à l’inclusion et au développement local.
ALDA Balkans Talks: Citizens’ Uprising in Serbia

ALDA Balkans Talks: Citizens’ Uprising in Serbia

March 10, 2025

Serbia is undergoing a period of profound political instability. Recognising the significance of these developments, ALDA – the European Association for Local Democracy is convening a high-level discussion in Brussels, bringing together key stakeholders, policymakers, and civil society representatives.
ALDA Balkans Talks

ALDA Balkans Talks: Citizens’ Uprising in Serbia – Regional Impact and the Way Forward

March 10, 2025

Serbia is undergoing a period of profound political instability. Recognising the significance of these developments, ALDA – the European Association for Local Democracy is convening a high-level discussion in Brussels, bringing together key stakeholders, policymakers, and civil society representatives.

LDA Vinnytsia Starts Operations to Strengthen Local Democracy in Ukraine

March 5, 2025

A New Milestone in European-Ukrainian Cooperation – 🇬🇧, 🇺🇦, 🇫🇷 below ALDA together with its …

ALDA Staff Meeting 2025: Strengthening Strategy, Cooperation, and Growth

February 26, 2025

From February 24 to 26, the ALDA Staff Meeting 2025 brought together over 70 colleagues for three days of strategic discussions, collaboration, and future planning.

#ALDAforUkraine: Three Years of War in Ukraine – Our Continued Commitment to Democracy and Local Resilience

February 24, 2025

February 24, 2025, marks three years since the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine, a war …

ALDA Congratulates the New Leadership of the European Committee of the Regions and Strengthens Cooperation for Local Democracy

February 22, 2025

ALDA extends its warmest congratulations to the newly elected leadership, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening cooperation on key priorities such as EU enlargement, deliberative democracy, and citizen participation.

Discussing key Decisions and Future Strategies at ALDA Governing Board Meeting

February 22, 2025

On February 13, 2025, the Governing Board of ALDA convened online to discuss strategic developments, …

The ALDA+ Website is now available in English!

February 21, 2025

We are excited to announce that the ALDA+ website is now available in English, making our services even more accessible to an international audience.

Empowering youth: apply to the Italian Universal Civil Service and join the team of ALDA

February 5, 2025

The Universal Civil Service empowers young people through community projects, fostering growth and impact. Apply now and explore volunteers’ experiences!

ALDA at the 13th CORLEAP Annual Meeting: Highlighting Local and Regional Governance in the Eastern Partnership

January 24, 2025

On 20-21 January, 2025 ALDA was invited to join the 13th Annual Meeting of the Conference of the Regional and Local Authorities for the Eastern Partnership (CORLEAP). 

ALDA’s Interactive Online Training Workshop on the European Institutions

January 24, 2025

ALDA’s recent “Interactive Online Workshop on the European Institutions,” held on January 21, 2024, as part of the SpeakUP project, empowered youth by enhancing their understanding of the EU and fostering active citizenship through engaging activities and discussions.

The European Capital of Democracy (#ECoD) Study Visits – Join the Citizens’ Jury!

January 23, 2025

This week, ALDA proudly joined the European Capital of Democracy (#ECoD) initiative, visiting Sofia, Bulgaria, one of the candidate cities for the prestigious title of European Capital of Democracy 2026.

ALDA’s Vision for 2025: Advancing Local Democracy and Good Governance Globally

January 23, 2025

As we step into 2025, we reflect on 2024—a year marked by significant achievements—and look ahead to an exciting journey focused on advancing local democracy and promoting good governance, in Europe and beyond.