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We are pleased to announce the publication of the second edition of the DiGiN Newsletter, dedicated to supporting municipalities across Europe in advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in local governance.

This edition highlights new tools, research and inspiring practices developed within the framework of the #InclusiveMunicipalitiesEU campaign with a view to fostering inclusive institutional cultures and sustainable change.

Featured in this edition:

🛠️ The DEI Capacity Assessment Tool
A self-assessment tool designed to support municipalities in evaluating their DEI mainstreaming progress and identifying strategic areas for improvement.

📘 Research Report: Defining Successful DEI Interventions
A reader-friendly adaptation of research conducted by Leiden University of Applied Sciences, presenting key principles for designing and evaluating impactful DEI strategies.

🌍 External Resources to Support Local Governance
A curated selection of open-access materials offering insights and methodologies for embedding DEI across public institutions.

🏆 Recognition of Inclusive Leadership
An overview of the upcoming 2025 European Capitals of Inclusion & Diversity Awards, honouring municipalities leading the way in advancing equality at the local level.

🤝 Open Call for Municipalities
The DiGiN network continues to expand. Municipalities committed to strengthening DEI structures are invited to engage and collaborate.

We invite you to explore the full issue and discover resources to support your municipality’s DEI journey.

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