Publication and Research

A Comparative Review o the Role of Municipal Councils

Code of Ethics for Local Officials

Citizens’ Satisfaction Survey 2018

Citizens’ Satisfaction Survey 2019

Citizens’ Satisfaction Survey 2021

Citizens’ Satisfaction Survey 2022

Citizens Satisfaction Survey 2023

Citizens Satisfaction Survey 2024

Citizens Satisfaction Survey 2025

Methodological Framework for Digital Transformation of Municipalities

E-Readiness Assessment of Municipalities

Analysis of the situations and potentials for digitalization of municipalities with a recommendation for implementation models

Citizen-Centered Financial Management at the Local Level

About us

Empowering Municipal Councils is a project designed to increase transparency and accountability in local government by strengthening municipal councils in their functions, particularly in overseeing local budgets. The main aim of the project is to support municipalities in achieving greater openness and inclusiveness, helping to build public trust in local institutions.

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“Empowering Municipal Councils” is a project implemented in partnership between the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, the Ministry of Local Self-Government and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).