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Action frameworks

Our work at ICLEI Africa is guided by international frameworks, policies and goals, as well as our five ICLEI pathways and core values.

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Our pathways

ICLEI’s five pathways

Resilient development
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Resilient development

Resilient development

The resilient development pathway builds cities that can anticipate, prevent and recover from the impacts experienced on our ever-changing planet, while harnessing the opportunities of a more sustainable world.

Nature-based development
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Nature-based development

Nature-based development

Nature-based to protect and enhance the biodiversity and ecosystems in and around our cities, which underpin key aspects of our local economies and upon which we depend for the well-being and resilience of our communities.

Equitable and people-centered development
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Equitable and people-centered development

Equitable and people-centered development

Equitable and people-centered development to build more just, livable and inclusive urban communities and address poverty.

Circular development
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Circular development

Circular development

The circular development pathway and new models of production and consumption build sustainable societies that use recyclable, sharable and replenishing resources to end the linear model of produce, consume, discard.

Low emission development pathway
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Low emission development pathway

Low emission development pathway

The low emission development pathway curbs climate change, creates new economic opportunities and improves the health of human and natural systems.

our core values

ICLEI Africa is a value-based organisation and in everything we do, we live our corporate values.

Sustainability is embedded in all of our values because we recognise that as a holistic concept with social, environmental and economic dimensions, sustainability is essential to our success as an organisation. Doing well and doing good are intertwined and you can’t have one without the other.

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Respect

Treat all equally

We view respect as active and inclusive. We value and respect ourselves, each other, our members, clients, partners, suppliers and the broader community. We respect our planet and the valuable benefits that nature provides.
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Agility

Be bold

We celebrate the freedom to pursue innovative ideas, and apply creative problem solving and cutting-edge solutions for sustainability. We embrace reflection, and learn from our and others’ experiences in order to quickly adapt and evolve in response to changing circumstances.
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Appreciation

Celebrate success

We recognise the quality, value and significance of all of our colleagues, members, clients and stakeholders. We acknowledge achievements, and are kind and appreciative in our interactions with others.
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Unity

Embrace diversity

We work collaboratively with our colleagues and stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and sharing knowledge. We embrace unity in diversity, creating a culture of inclusivity, understanding and support.
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Integrity

Be authentic

We conduct ourselves in a professional and ethical manner, fostering trust, fairness and honesty in our interactions. We are proud of our organisation and always strive to uphold and strengthen its reputation and impact.
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Commitment

Thrive

We recognise the importance of a consistent positive work ethic delivered with commitment, passion and dedication. This is balanced with care for ourselves so that we create a resilient organisation, where we all thrive.

Localising the SDGs

Cities and regions are critical in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals

Our subnational governments are central in the transition to sustainability, which makes them critical in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by implementing projects that will create a more equitable, healthy and resilient future for everyone.

People are at the heart of the SDGs and as their closest level of government, city officials have the opportunity to transform the lives of urban communities, thereby staying true to the pledge that underpins the SDGs: ‘Leave no one behind’ by 2030.

We create useful tools and resources for subnational governments to guide them on their journey towards making the SDGs a reality in and around our cities.