As many people around the world are going to the polls this year to choose their national leader, CLGF is continuing to highlight the importance of local elections, many of which are also taking place in 2024. Read More

International Womens Day is a great opportunity to think about the role of women in our communities. The Commonwealth spans many continents, comprising a diverse range of member countries. Diverse in terms of size, nature and the opportunities available to afford women equal chances to men Read More

Addressing the enormous damage caused by climate change to our cities is both urgent and costly. Through a series of online sessions, local government was given sound advice on one avenue of financial support. Read More

CLGF has signed a contract with the EU Delegation in Barbados for an initiative entitled Connecting Civil Society and Local Authorities for Sustainable Development through Community Engagement and Enhancing Vocational Education. Read More

As part of CLGFs work towards achieving SDG5 - to increase the number of women in local government politics across the Commonwealth, we talk to Keithtarror Munroe. A councillor from 2011 to 2022, and Deputy Chief Councillor since 2022 in the Bahamas. Read More