Bridging local ambition and global finance: TAP celebrates 10th anniversary

In 2015, ICLEI launched the Transformative Actions Program (TAP) with a simple but bold purpose: To help subnational governments turn their sustainable development ideas into investment-ready projects. Ten years later, that vision has consolidated into a global platform that has received over 500 applications, connected dozens of local initiatives to technical assistance and financiers, and […]

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Nominations Now Open for the 2025 WIN DRR Leadership Awards

The 2025 WIN DRR Leadership Awards has been launched, recognizing outstanding women leaders making a difference in disaster risk reduction (DRR) across the Asia-Pacific region. Nominations are officially open and will be accepted until Friday, 20 June 2025. To nominate yourself or an inspiring woman leader in DRR, please complete the nomination form here: https://forms.office.com/e/q7DqeWLW69. Organized […]

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Socio-Political Landscape on Youth Safety and Security in the Philippines: A report

The Philippines has a predominantly young population, with a mean age of 24.1 years, and is undergoing rapid urbanization at an annual rate of 2.04% (2020-2025). High internet penetration, covering 53% of the population, brings both opportunities and risks for the youth. Despite the country’s economic development, youth unemployment remains relatively high at 7.3%, and […]

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[REGISTER NOW] Energy Transition Summit Asia in Jakarta

Across two dynamic days, The Financial Times’ Energy Transition Summit Asia, co-hosted by Nikkei will convene top executives, policymakers, and industry leaders to share insights, explore strategies, and shape the future of Asia’s energy system. The summit will take place on 25–26 June 2025 at The Langham, Jakarta  — available to attend in person or online. […]

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[CLOSED] Graphics Artist to design and develop branding assets for CLARE-SIRA project

The Enhancing Local Capacities in Socially Inclusive Resilience in Asia (SIRA) project, funded by the United Kingdom Government and the International Development Research Centre, Canada through the Climate Adaptation and Resilience (CLARE) program and implemented by ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability Southeast Asia and South Asia Secretariats, aims to identify and address the immediate […]

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Applications Now Open for ESD Okayama Award 2025

Applications are now open for the ESD Okayama Award 2025, a prestigious international recognition for outstanding Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) projects. Organizations from around the world that have implemented ESD initiatives for over two years are invited to apply by 31 May 2025 (Saturday), 5:00 PM Japan Standard Time. The award, jointly organized by […]

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