We strengthen democracy and good governance at the local and regional level
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We are convinced that local democracy and good governance are important in reducing the spread of Covid-19 and reducing the negative effects of the pandemic.
Therefore, we continue to work with our partners in several countries to strengthen the local level of society. For democracy and better life for all people. Now and in the future.
About SKL International
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As part of the Swedish Association of Local Authorities and
regions (SALAR), SKL International works globally to promote
and strengthen local and regional self- governance and resilience.
Our vision is that all people have the power to shape their own lives in inclusive local democracies and sustainable communities.
SKL International’s project activities contribute to the
implementation of Agenda 2030. We work towards 9 of 17 global goals in our projects.
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2020-06-15
The world beyond the Corona pandemic needs stronger local institutions and strengthened local democracy
Read our joint article with SALAR and ICLD (in Swedish) published in OmVärlden.
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2020-04-17
SKL International and partners launches pilot app to fight Covid-19 in Akkar, Lebanon
Salamati, a GIS-based application helping local authorities to enable rapid initial screening of potential #COVID_19 cases and the identification of areas and people at high risk, is launched for test...
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2020-03-18
Launch of new www.symbiocity.org!
This new website provides information on SymbioCity and shares different methodologies, tools, guidelines, processes and services that contribute to urban poverty reduction and improved living conditi...
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2019-12-03
SymbioCity Kenya Releases the publication Planning our towns: a toolkit for inclusive urban development in Kenya
SymbioCity Kenya Programme is a partnership between the Council of Governors and SKL International, with funding from the Swedish Embassy to Kenya. As part of the programme, sustainable approaches to ...