CIFAL Atlanta

CIFAL Atlanta’s (USA) objective is to develop and strengthen the capacities of government authorities, private sector representatives and civil society leaders around the world in the areas of economic development, environmental sustainability and social development and quality of life. CIFAL Atlanta relies on a facilitative approach that promotes the transfer of experiences, skills, and best practices. Annually, the CIFAL hosts high-level conferences and seminars to promote knowledge exchange for sustainable development.

Scope: Global with emphasis in the Western Hemisphere

Programmatic Axes:

Economic Development;
Social Development and Quality of Life;
Environmental Sustainability.

Themes:

• Airports Assistance Program: airport management, economic development, environment, operations, safety and security;
• Competitiveness: Americas Competitiveness Forum;
• Education: Americas Education Forum
• Public-Private Partnerships: Sister Cities Economic Development Global Partnership Forum;
• Gender Equality
• HIV/AIDS: City Aids Americas Forum;
• Water Resources Management: International Water Forum;
• Solid Waste and Energy Management
• Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
• Americas Award