“Partner Organization of the Year”

Beşiktaş Municipality has once again been honored with the European Local Democracy Week (ELDW) Partner Award, recognizing its commitment to fostering democratic participation and active citizenship at the local level. This prestigious award, granted by the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe, highlights Beşiktaş Municipality’s dedication to engaging citizens in decision-making processes and promoting democratic values through various initiatives.

The municipality’s approach to participatory democracy and its community-strengthening projects have been widely recognized and praised as exemplary across Europe. Through initiatives such as Erasmus+ projects, international events, and the 65+ Life Office, Beşiktaş Municipality has worked to make the district stronger and more inclusive, with this prestigious award serving as a testament to its success.

This year’s theme for the European Local Democracy Week, "Local communities: putting democratic resilience at the forefront," emphasizes the importance of enhancing democratic resilience through active citizen participation. In line with this theme, Beşiktaş Municipality’s projects actively encourage community involvement and contribute to building a more resilient and democratic society.