In celebration of CLGFs 30th Anniversary, we are honoured to continue to spotlight the inspiring stories of 30 trailblazing women in local government from across the Commonwealth, all members of the Commonwealth Women in Local Government Network. These interviews celebrate their groundbreaking contributions to gender equality and their transformative impact on building inclusive, empowered communities. Read More

Officials from the Education Ministry in Nevis joined with PTA members, teachers and pupils to mark the successful end of the first year of an important project held on the island. The proud gathering assembled to celebrate the achievements and witness the presentation of certificates to the students. Read More

The Commonwealth Local Government Forum has delivered a series of workshops in St.Lucia from 17 to 19 May and in Trinidad and Tobago from 27 to 29 May. The workshops on Climate Resilient Urban Development brought together both political and technical representatives from across local government along with representatives of key ministries and departments with responsibility for urban development and climate adaptation, key academics and targeted CSOs. Read More

CLGF was delighted to deliver the first Commonwealth Sustainable Cities Network (CSCN) member-led webinar at the end of May. Hosted by Belize City Council, the event set out to explore the issues around unlocking local finances, using the lessons learned from two very different examples. Read More

History has been made in the Caribbean with the recent elections in Trinidad and Tobago. The Commonwealth member state now uniquely has an all-female representation leading the country, with a female President, a female Prime Minister and a female Leader of the Opposition, all serving concurrently. Read More