Projects and programmes

VNG International invites you to explore its global projects and programmes. In collaboration with local governments, communities, civil society, the private sector, national governments, and other stakeholders, we strive to share expertise and implement initiatives that foster better futures for all. By supporting local governments as enduring institutions, we act as catalysts, empowering them to lead decision-making and shape a brighter future for their citizens.
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  • MUEVE: Sustainable mobility, Urban Planning, Equipment and Assessment of Public Space

    Country: Costa Rica
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start July 1, 2020 till June 30, 2025
    The project promoted integrated urban development by strengthening intermunicipal governance, inclusive mobility planning and sustainable infrastructure, contributing to a safer, more accessible and resilient urban region.
  • Myanmar, DEALS, Governance of Inclusive Green Growth in Cities

    Country: Myanmar
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start September 1, 2017 till August 31, 2022
    In Myanmar, Pathein, the programme contributed to multi-stakeholder cooperation, governmental and non-governmental initiatives at neighbourhood level to prevent flooding and organise waste management and recycling.
  • Palestine, Sustainable Development through Improved Local Governance (OSR)

    Country: Palestinian Territory, Occupied
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start September 26, 2023 till December 31, 2026
    This programme supports Palestinian municipalities in using property data more effectively to improve services, increase own source revenue and accountability.
  • Philippines, DEALS, Governance of Inclusive Green Growth in Cities

    Country: Philippines
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start September 1, 2017 till August 31, 2022
    During the Manila Bay Master Plan process in the Philippines, VNG International supported local governments in collaborating on waste and water management infrastructure. This led to a business case and feasibility study for a composting site to handle green household waste.
  • PLATFORMA (I)

    Country: World
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start March 1, 2019 till February 28, 2021
    This programme is part of PLATFORMA, a European network where municipalities, regions, and their associations collaborate on international cooperation, decentralisation and the SDGs.
  • PLATFORMA (II)

    Country: World
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start September 1, 2021 till August 31, 2023
    PLATFORMA’s second phase strengthened cooperation between European and partner-country local governments through SDG exchange, advocacy, peer learning and decentralised cooperation.
  • Projet d’appui à la Synergie Locale pour l’Eau

    Country: Benin
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start December 19, 2018 till June 12, 2022
    This project advanced integrated water management by connecting local actors. It brings communities, authorities and organisations together to improve flood management, strengthen climate resilience and involve people directly in solutions that affect their daily lives.
  • Reconstruction support to St Maarten, St Eustatius and Saba

    Country: Sint Maarten
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start October 1, 2017 till June 30, 2021
    Dutch municipalities and VNG International supported a post-hurricane recovery project that enhanced disaster preparedness, resilience and rebuilt institutions.
  • South Sudan, Sustainable Development through improved Local Governance

    Country: South Sudan
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start January 1, 2022 till December 31, 2026
    The SDLG South Sudan Water programme seeks to build flood and climate disaster resilience for Bor County and Municipality, promoting sustainability in local communities.
  • Support Facility Inclusive Green Growth (IGG)

    Country: World
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start June 1, 2021 till June 1, 2023
    The wider objective of the project is to provide advisory service to the Policy Direction Inclusive Green Growth of the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  • Ukraine, Sustainable Development through improved Local Governance

    Country: Ukraine
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start January 1, 2022 till December 31, 2026
    The goal of SDLG Ukraine is to improve sustainability and resilience of local governments by using participatory methods, risk mitigation and economic development.
  • Urban Development Technical Facility

    Country: World
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start October 1, 2022 till September 30, 2026
    Supports the EU to improve urban development worldwide. Through expert advice and coordinated action, the programme strengthens cities’ capacity to address climate change, inequality and sustainable growth, while improving the quality and impact of EU investments.