institutional Archives

Contributing to the EU Democracy Shield: ALDA Highlights the Role of Local Democratic Resilience

February 9, 2026

On 4 February 2026, ALDA contributed to the EU Democracy Shield consultation, highlighting the importance of local democratic resilience, civil society empowerment, and community-based approaches to counter democratic pressures in Europe and its neighbourhood.

Shaping Democratic Renewal: Antonella Valmorbida at the Major Civil-Society Event in Strasbourg

February 9, 2026

ALDA’s Secretary General, Antonella Valmorbida, took part in the International Conference on the New Democratic Pact for Europe in Strasbourg, contributing to high-level discussions on civic space, democratic resilience, and the vital role of civil society at local level. The event reaffirmed ALDA’s commitment to strengthening local democracy as a cornerstone of democratic renewal across Europe.

European Movement France: Adrien Licha elected to the Governing Board

January 22, 2026

Adrien Licha, Coordinator of ALDA’s Secretariat, has been elected on behalf of ALDA as member of the Board of the European Movement – France.

50t CoE Congress Plenary Session Strasbourg 2026

50th Congress of Local and Regional Authorities – Plenary Session

January 8, 2026

The 50th CoE Congress Plenary Session Strasbourg 2026 runs from 31 March to 2 April. Bringing together local and regional leaders across Europe, the event addresses democracy, citizen engagement and governance, with ALDA enhancing dialogue with the Council of Europe.

Not for Ukraine, but with Ukraine!

December 1, 2025

Post-Ukraine Recovery Conference 2025 Forum takes place in Lviv: “Capitalisation and the Way Forward: Decentralisation and Local Governance at the Centre of Ukraine’s Reconstruction”, organised by ALDA and CEI.

Committee of the Regions Plenary December 2025

November 27, 2025

Committee of the Regions Plenary Session takes place in Brussels (Belgium) from 10 to 11 December 2025, with ALDA participating.

Defending Democracy, Starting at the Local Level: ALDA’s European Commitment

November 13, 2025

ALDA supports the European Democracy Shield, advocating for local democracy and civic participation to enhance democratic resilience in Europe and its neighbouring regions.

ALDA Membership Days 2025

November 5, 2025

The ALDA Membership Days 2025 will take place from 2 to 4 December across ALDA offices and online, providing members and partners with a space for exchange, collaboration, and capacity-building to strengthen participation, inclusion, and civic engagement.

European Autumn University 2025 – Debating Europe’s Sovereignty in Belfort

November 5, 2025

The European Autumn University 2025 will take place on 6–9 November in Belfort, organised by Mouvement Européen – France. It will gather citizens, experts, and EU leaders to debate sovereignty, democracy, and innovation across Europe.

Invest in What Matters – What is at Stake in the Next EU Long-Term Budget

November 4, 2025

The Invest in What Matters Event 2025 takes place on 3–4 November in Brussels, bringing together EU institutions and civil-society organisations at the European Parliament to debate Europe’s next long-term budget and promote inclusive, democratic funding priorities.

Launching LDA-Belarus in Exile: Empowering Belarusian Civic Engagement in Europe

October 28, 2025

The LDA Belarus in Exile Launch 2025 takes place on 30 October in Vilnius. Co-organised by ALDA, EuroBelarus, and GMF, it promotes Belarusian civic engagement in Europe and fosters collaboration between diaspora actors, Lithuanian partners, and European civil society.

A New Partnership for Local Democracy: Rhineland-Palatinate joins LDA Vinnytsia Region

October 24, 2025

A new step for European cooperation and solidarity: Rhineland-Palatinate officially joins the LDA Vinnytsia Region partnership to support democracy and local reconstruction in Ukraine.

Council of Europe Standards for Civil Society: Conference in Chişinău

October 23, 2025

On 21 October 2025 in Chişinău, ALDA’s conference on “Council of Europe Standards for Civil Society and Instruments of Civic Participation” convened civil society, public authorities and international experts to advance inclusive civic space and democratic governance through standards, tools and innovative digital participation methods.

Together to Shape the Future of Local Governance in Europe: the Citizens Foresight Europe Event

October 14, 2025

On 9 December 2025, ALDA will host the Citizens Foresight Europe event at the EESC in Brussels, gathering stakeholders to co-create policy ideas and explore the future of local governance through foresight, open dialogue, and scenario-building methods that empower citizens to shape Europe’s democratic future.

Collaborating for a Better Future of Democracy in Europe: the Launch of the Community of Interest

October 14, 2025

ALDA launches the Community of Interest within the Citizens Foresight Europe project, creating an open platform for stakeholders across Europe to co-design the future of democracy, foster citizen participation, and share innovative policy ideas for a more inclusive and resilient Europe.

16th ARLEM Plenary Session

October 9, 2025

The 16th ARLEM Plenary Session 2025 takes place on 6–7 November in Palermo, bringing together Mediterranean local and regional leaders to strengthen cooperation on democracy, sustainable development, and territorial governance, with ALDA contributing to the discussions.

45th Congress of Local and Regional Authorities – Plenary Session

October 8, 2025

The 45th CoE Congress Plenary Session Strasbourg 2025 runs from 28 to 30 October. Bringing together local and regional leaders across Europe, the event addresses democracy, citizen engagement and governance, with ALDA enhancing dialogue with the Council of Europe.

Committee of the Regions Plenary October 2025

September 30, 2025

Committee of the Regions Plenary Session takes place in Brussels (Belgium) from 3 to 4 July 2025, with ALDA participating.