The Accountable Local Governance Programme (PGLR/PGLR+) helps to restore and strengthen the social contract between local authorities and citizens, through more inclusive and accountable governance. The programme helped to restore trust and cooperation between public officials and the population, including young people.
“The PGLR programme has a particular approach that I can describe as a qualitative change in the management of our local municipalities. Young people are at the heart of this programme. They are empowered on a number of topics related to governance. The progress I have seen in our community is the blossoming of citizenship within them and also their participation in town hall activities. Because before, people were not very interested. Thanks to the project, everyone is able to play their part. And when the population is informed about the use of its money, it becomes very devoted to fulfilling its duty.” Souaibou Touré Mayor of Cinzana
PGLR+ focuses on the inclusive participation of young people in local governance, gender equality, social inclusion and conflict sensitivity. The programme helps to develop basic social services and to improve the management of local public affairs. It works by strengthening skills, dialogue, collaboration and critical thinking.
It is implemented by four NGOs: SNV, Oxfam Novib, the V4T Foundation and ICCO.
“The PGLR enabled the renovation of the Youth Centres (Maisons des Jeunes), which became functional centres for various activities: we organise public performances and youth meetings there, and it has become a very important place for meetings and exchanges.” Fatoumata Dicko Young leader
Results
Operating in 240 municipalities in the Timbuktu, Gao/ Ménaka, Mopti, Ségou and Bougouni regions, the programme created a network of over 11,800 young leaders (in 2022).
Mali
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