Organized by the Managing Multiethnic Communities Program
Budapest, Hungary
12-17 February 2008
Deadline for Application: 10 December 2007
Notification of Selection: 17 December 2007
Working Language: English
Overview: This innovative, international workshop aims to assist mayors and other senior decision-makers in local governments and public administrations from Central and South East Europe to design and implement local service delivery policies that conform to European standards of social integration. The workshop seeks to promote change in approaches to policy development and emphasize the role of governments in creating more just and inclusive societies.
Sessions will provide an open, professional forum through which participants can share experiences, discuss major challenges, and learn about opportunities for the integration of technical, organizational, social and political aspects of policy-making. Over the course of four days, workshop facilitators and participants will engage in a constructive dialogue about innovative approaches to the management of
social diversity and inequalities, looking at the links between social justice and notions of effectiveness and efficiency in public service management and delivery. Facilitators will present a critical review of recent thinking and practices regarding social diversity issues in Central and South East Europe, and explore skills and tools essential for the management of public services in diverse communities.
Application Information: Apply Online!
Senior decision-makers in local governments and institutions of public administration and officials from central and regional governments involved in issues related to local service delivery (elected and appointed) from Central and South East Europe are invited to apply. LGI will select 24 participants based on their applications, according to the following criteria: Professional experience; Previous and actual position in local government; and Advanced English language skills.
LGI actively encourages the application of candidates associated with the national secretariats of the Decade of Roma Inclusion and other members of the Roma policy community.
Only completed applications will be accepted.
Costs: LGI has secured full funding to support the participation of 20 individuals selected on a competitive basis. For these accepted participants, LGI will cover their tuition and materials, accommodation, meals and transportation (to and from Budapest) costs. In addition, 4 self-funded participants will be selected. These participants (or their organizations) are expected to cover their travel expenses,
accommodation. Tuition fees are covered by LGI.
For more information and application materials, visit: http://lgi.osi. hu/documents. php?id=1860& m_id=9
Or write to: Meghan Simpson at lgiresearch@ osi.hu
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