Local Democracy in Action

Does your parish, town or community council or county association want to empower residents to give something back to their community and get involved in shaping their local place? Join this event to hear insights and ideas to encourage residents to stand for election in your local area.

We need people from all backgrounds and experiences who reflect the communities they serve to put themselves forward for election. This joint NALC Make A Change and Local Government Association Be A Councillor event aims to share good practice, ideas and what has worked well in the past to enable parish, town and community councils and county associations to encourage a diverse range of people to run for office in the forthcoming elections.

This unique free event, coinciding with European Local Democracy Week 2025, will provide a valuable opportunity to learn about how parish, town and community councils and county associations can promote the work and role of councillors in their communities.

A panel of experts from the local government sector will share their insights, experiences, and advice. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussions with representatives from councils which have held elections in recent years, and find out how your parish, town and community councils or county association can help residents to change their place for good.

NB: NALC reserves the right to change the programme at any time.