The Forum conversation continues throughout the year in the form of in-person and virtual workshops and webinars bringing together our members to tackle trending pertinent topics on local development.  Participants take away learnings and build their networks on topics such as community wealth building, reviving main streets, place-based policies, green jobs and skills, to name a few.

Across the world, cities and regions are testing innovative solutions for how to build more resilient, sustainable and inclusive communities. From preparing workers for the digital and green transition, to creating community hubs that promote pride in place, they are learning what does – and does not – work in the process. The OECD P.L.A.C.E.S. portal serves as a hub for local policy makers and practitioners to harness these experiences, providing access to the latest OECD evidence briefs and cutting-edge case studies. It is powered by the OECD Local Employment and Economic Development (LEED) Programme and its Local Development Forum (and our Knowledge Partners).