Pragmatism over politics - that's the mayor's playbook. Read more here: www.bostonglobe.com/2026/07/13/o...

America turns 250 this year. 🎉 Local leaders aren’t just problem-solvers — they’re pillars of our democratic system, closest to the people, building trust one decision at a time. Here’s to the next 250 years of local leadership. #America250

The Nation has formally nominated the City of Minneapolis and its residents for the Nobel Peace Prize, highlighting the incredible courage of the city--its everyday people first and foremost-- in protecting neighbors amid a violent campaign by masked immigration officials.

We spent last week at the US Conference of Mayors talking with mayors across America. These capable and optimistic leaders were representing everyone. Showing up, listening. Delivering what people need and want. That's what #democracy looks like at the local level. #Mayors2026 #ALLIES_Intl

#TBT to the #PactofFreeCities summit in #Bratislava! So honored to be with these mayors from both sides of the Atlantic discovering they're grappling with the same challenges. When leaders come together, problems are solved.

🔴 LIVE | Next up here in Bratislava: Cities as Democratic Shields: Navigating Central Government Pressure from the Inside Out. US cities. Eastern European municipalities. One fight. Thread incoming. 🧵⬇️

🔴 LIVE | We're at the #PactOfFreeCities for a session that couldn't be more timely: Security in an Age of Uncertainty — What Cities Must Learn from the Frontline. Mayors. Emergency experts. Hard lessons from Ukraine. Follow this thread. 🧵⬇️

LIVE from #Bratislava #PactOfFreeCities: Mayor @laceybeaty.bsky.social of #Beaverton sign as new member of the Pact on behalf of ten American cities, a step in protecting democracy globally.

Local elected leaders in #Hungary often exercised the mechanisms and norms of #democracy and #RuleOfLaw, in resistance to Orban’s autocratic rule. Ambassador Nina Hachigian sees lessons for U.S. cities: www.justsecurity.org/138415/democ...

#ALLIES_Intl will bring 10 American mayors to the Pact of Free Cities, a #democracy network for local leaders. Their contributions are a vital addition and ensure mayors, who are on the frontlines of global challenges, are supported in protecting civil liberties and fostering inclusive governance.

What a day at #MSC2026: Two panels. Five leaders. One clear message: mayors & governors are continuing crucial work safeguarding democracy and transatlantic relations. Thank you to everyone who followed along - our work has never been more urgent. Detailed takeaways coming soon.

LIVE: @governor.ca.gov @gavinnewsom.bsky.social & Boris Rhein, moderated by #ALLIES_Intl’s own Nina Hachigian, on transatlantic subnational cooperation at #MSC2026.

Live from #MSC2026: Mayors @wutrain.bsky.social (#Boston) and Rafał Trzaskowski (#Warsaw), with an opening message from #Kyiv, in MSC’s first-ever all-mayor conversation on local leadership in perilous times. ALLIES CEO Nina Hachigian moderating.

(1/2) Governor @gavinnewsom.bsky.social (California, USA) and Minister-President Minister-President Boris Rhein (Hesse, Germany), moderated by ALLIES Founder & CEO Ambassador (ret.) Nina Hachigian, will convene at #MSC2026 to examine how state and regional leaders are sustaining transatlantic ties

@mayorwu.boston.gov #MSC2026

Bipartisan mayors are deeply concerned about the impacts of ICE raids on their community, damaging trust and sowing disorder. We join these mayors in calling on President Trump to end the illegal deployments.

Look at who #ALLIES_Intl ran into at #USCM: Mayor @wutrain.bsky.social of @boston.gov, MA, USA, and Mayor Quinton Lucas of KansasCity, MO, USA!

Republican and Democratic governors alike oppose expanded ICE operations that break trust with American communities, local police, and government, making everyone less safe. Bipartisan statements like these ground us in core American tenets of freedom and pluralism.

Thank you @calfund.bsky.social for hosting ALLIES Founder & CEO Nina Hachigian in the Situating in the Global Moment plenary at the 2026 Immigration & Democracy Summit. The summit focused on communities, individuals, & movements leading with hope, strategy, & solidarity. #UnitedWeStand26

Happy holidays from the #ALLIES_Intl team! Wishing you a season of joy and renewal.

The #ALLIESIntl team is thankful for all the hard-working, righteous mayors and governors who are delivering for their people everyday. Happy Thanksgiving!

This call from C40 cities reinforces a core belief at ALLIES: meaningful climate action depends on local leadership. Cities & states are shaping the transition away from fossil fuels not in theory, but in real time & on the ground. Article credit: Noticias Ambientales #ALLIESIntl #ClimateDiplomacy

ALLIES is thrilled to announce that founder and CEO Amb. Nina Hachigian is serving as a Senior Advisor to @iclei-usa.bsky.social, where she assists the Local Diplomacy Unit. Hachigian will advise ICLEI on how best to connect local leaders globally and advance collaborative climate solutions.

Today, ALLIES honors the courage, sacrifice, and service of all who have worn our nation’s uniform. They are in the frontlines protecting American freedoms. We are honored to share a special message from Lacey Beaty a veteran who continues her service to America as the mayor of Beaverton, Oregon.

Congratulations to the newly elected and returning local and state leaders! Elections remind us that democracy thrives at the local level — and ALLIES is proud to support local leaders tackling global challenges. #LocalLeadership #Allies_Intl #ElectionDay2025

US mayors and governors will have a presence at this years international climate conference. ALLIES looks forward to supporting our local elected leaders attending COP30 in Brazil as they advance #ClimateAction. Full article here: www.france24.com/en/live-news... #ALLIES_Intl

We’re proud to launch ALLIES-the Alliance for Local Leaders International-a nonpartisan nonprofit helping mayors, governors, & local elected officials collaborate globally to bring opportunities home & tackle shared global challenges.Learn more: www.allies.net & www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PaCk43k3_o