DATA. EVIDENCE. PERSPECTIVE.
A global knowledge platform for multilevel governance
The Global Observatory on Multilevel Governance (Global-MLG) brings together data, diagnostics, and comparative information on federalism, decentralization, local governance, and multilevel governance systems
Why multilevel governance matters
Effective multilevel governance is fundamental to global security and stability, shared prosperity, and sustainable development. Development happens in the places where people live and work, and depends on how well governments at different levels work together—and whether subnational institutions have the authority, resources, and capacity to respond to people’s needs.
Key data sets and tools
Global MLG structure
Maps the multilevel governance organization of public sectors worldwide …
SoLGI Indicators
Assesses the state of local governance institutions across countries …
Local Autonomy Index
Measures the autonomy of local governments across countries and over time …
Global perspectives
Compare multilevel governance across regions and countries
World
Africa
Americas
Asia & Pacific
Europe
MENA
“Our vision is a world where effective multilevel governance enables governments at every level to work together to achieve global security, inclusive prosperity, stronger democratic institutions, more responsive public services, and sustainable development outcomes.”
“Our mission is to strengthen international collaboration on federalism, decentralization, and multilevel governance by connecting organizations, generating knowledge, improving data, and promoting practical solutions for governments around the world.”