Global CEO Alliance

Happy Holidays from GCEOA-CIFAL Lebanon! Thank you to everyone who has supported and engaged with us this year. Wishing you a joyful holiday season, and we’re excited for what’s ahead in the new year!

How can local governments strengthen their revenue system? Check out the latest e-learning programme, Own Source Revenue for Local Governments! UN-Habitat's SDG Cities Global Initiative and CIFAL Lebanon have partnered to develop the SDG Cities Learning Path! The first course, Own Source Revenue for Local Governments (OSR) has officially launched with the support of UN-Habitat's Capacity Development and Training Unit and Planning, Finance and Economy Section. The OSR for Local Governments course aims to accompany, legitimize, inform, and support those working to enhance local revenue generation and management. With this course, learn practical solutions like property tax reform, citizen engagement, and simplified accounting systems. 🌟 Self-paced, interactive, and free! 💡 Learn more and enroll: https://lnkd.in/drvH6kMJ #UNHabitatLearn #OwnSourceRevenue SDG Cities

I had the privilege of joining the XXI Annual Steering Committee Meeting of the CIFAL Global Network in Al Majmaah and Riyadh—a gathering that brought together incredible leaders from around the world to align our goals, share ideas, and strengthen our shared commitment to sustainable development. Reflecting on what we achieved in 2024 and planning a roadmap for 2025 was a powerful reminder of how much we can accomplish when we work together. The discussions were full of energy and purpose, and it was inspiring to collaborate with my fellow CIFAL Directors and UN colleagues as we explored ways to create an even greater impact. A huge thank you to CIFAL SAUDI ARABIA, led by Aiman Albarakati, Ph.D. for the exceptional and warm welcome to your beautiful country and impressive university, and to the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) team—Nikhil Seth, Luis Gallegos, Alex Mejia, Ebru Canan Sokullu, Julio Andrade Ruiz, Estrella Merlos, and Adriana L.—for their guidance and vision, which continue to push this network forward. A special thank you to Nikhil Seth for your steadfast leadership throughout the years. At CIFAL Lebanon, we’re excited to build on this momentum—scaling up our efforts to deliver more impactful training programs, webinars, and initiatives that make a real difference in our region and beyond. Together, as part of the CIFAL Global Network, we are not just talking about change—we’re making it happen! #CIFAL #UNITAR

💡 Day 2 of the CIFAL Global Network Annual Steering Committee Meeting in Majmaah brought valuable insights from the CIFAL centers and focused discussions on Youth Engagement and Future Generations and Women. Looking forward to continuing to build on these conversations tomorrow! 🌱

🌍 We are in Majmaah, Saudi Arabia for the CIFAL Global Network XXI Steering Committee Meeting, represented by Chairman James Donovan and CIFAL Lebanon Deputy Director Maria Corina Padilla. Excited to connect with the different CIFAL centers from around the world, reflect on the progress we’ve made in advancing the SDGs, and explore new opportunities to strengthen our collective efforts in the year ahead. Looking forward to meaningful discussions that will deepen our connections and reinforce our shared commitment to a sustainable and equitable future. #CGNXXI United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR)

🌱 As we mark one year since the establishment of CIFAL Lebanon, we reflect on the progress made in fostering knowledge exchange and advancing sustainable development. Next week, we join the CIFAL Global Network Annual Steering Committee Meeting as part of a network of 34 training centers coordinated by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), dedicated to strengthening capacities, facilitating City-to-City (C2C) partnerships, and addressing key development challenges. 📸 (November 2023): MOU signing between Global CEO Alliance and UNITAR during last year’s Steering Committee Meeting in Geneva, Switzerland, formalizing the establishment of CIFAL Lebanon.

🏦📈 How can local governments strengthen their revenue system? With the help of UN-Habitat's latest e-learning programme, Own Source Revenue for Local Governments!  We've partnered with CIFAL Lebanon to develop the SDG Cities Learning Path, a free, self-paced, interactive e-learning programme! The first course, #OwnSourceRevenue (OSR) for #LocalGovernments has officially launched with the support of UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme)'s Capacity Development and Training Unit and Planning, Finance and Economy Section. 🎉 The OSR for Local Governments course aims to accompany, legitimize, inform, and support those working to enhance #localrevenue generation and management. With this course, learn practical solutions like #propertytax reform, #citizenengagement, and simplified accounting systems. 💡℀ 🌟 Learn more and enrol: https://lnkd.in/drvH6kMJ

🎥 Highlighting valuable takeaways from our training session at #WUF12! 🌇 Experts from GCEOA and UN-Habitat’s SDG Cities Global Initiative shared practical insights on how digital tools can empower cities to strengthen governance, enhance planning, and accelerate progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals. 🎉 Watch the recap video to revisit key lessons and insights, and explore how we can empower cities to build a more sustainable and resilient future. Thank you to our speakers from UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme), GCEOA, and CIFAL Lebanon for their invaluable contributions!

At #WUF12, the essential role of businesses and foundations in advancing sustainable urban development took center stage. Despite challenges, private sector investment holds transformative potential for local communities. GCEOA and ADEC Innovations collaborate to drive local SDG action, fostering partnerships, aligning incentives, and creating actionable plans. Together, we strive to build tangible, scalable solutions that start locally and drive global impact.

As #WUF12 comes to a close, we look back on the meaningful connections, ideas, and collaborations shared throughout the week—from insightful training sessions and dynamic roundtables to the inspiring Urban Expo. This gathering has been a significant reminder of what’s possible when a global community unites to build resilient, sustainable cities. We extend our gratitude to UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) for the opportunity to contribute to this impactful event. Stay tuned over the coming days as we share more insights from our training session, "Strengthening Local Institutions through Transformative Digitization and Capacity Building for the SDGs." World Urban Forum