End-of-year tip: invest a few hours in skills that make a real difference. OGP + Apolitical’s short open government course gives civil servants practical tools, and the OGP community get 20% off. 👉 bit.ly/ogp-apolitical-course #OpenGovernment #OGP

The Public Service Commission has published New Zealand's 5th National Action Plan as a member of @opengovpartnership.org The plan: www.publicservice.govt.nz/assets/OGP-N... The parent page (with responses to submissions made) is here: www.publicservice.govt.nz/system/open-... #OGPNZ #nzpol

Public debt is the public's debt. A new report by Transparency International, NDI and @opengovpartnership.org explores the rise of confidentiality clauses in sovereign debt contracts and their impact on transparency and accountability. 🔗 Read it here: anticorru.pt/3g3

2025 showed what this community can do, even in challenging times. These highlights are a snapshot of the people, moments, and momentum that moved #opengov forward this year. See more and follow OGP on Instagram for more: instagr.am/p/DSkGFmGCDs1

Climate action works best when people help shape it. Explore cases from OGP Local members in Latin America and Europe. 👉 More local stories: bit.ly/ogplocalstor... #ClimateAction

When public debt is hidden, citizens pay the price. Learn more about the harm of confidentiality clauses in public debt agreements and explore recommendations in our new publication with NDI and @anticorruption.bsky.social: https://bit.ly/public-debt-brief #publicdebt #opengov #fiscalopenness

Two #OGPLocal members delivered their second OGP action plans, committing to open up government to improve people's lives ⬇️ 🇨🇴 Bogota 🇦🇷 Rosario Get the highlights on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/feed/update/...

Tuesday was International #AntiCorruptionDay. OGP CEO's Aidan Eyakuze highlights how Gen Z is leading the fight against corruption. Governments should listen, take youth seriously, create inclusive spaces, and invest in collaborative policymaking. bit.ly/ogp-oped-gen-z

🚀 New milestone for public servants! OGP & @apolitical.bsky.social launched a 4-hour intro course on #opengov: learn its benefits, apply principles, and make government more transparent, participatory & accountable. Get 20% off: bit.ly/ogp-apolitical-course #OpenGovernment #OGP #Apolitical

Follow open government progress across Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine. The EaP Newsletter shares updates and opportunities for EaP-focused work. Subscribe: bit.ly/EaPNewsletter #OpenGovernment #EaP #EU4Integrity #Road4EaP

UK gov set to co-chair global accountability initiative @opengovpartnership.org from Oct 2026. Last time (2013) it did, Cameron declared a 'transparency revolution.' Starmer's task is a transparency restoration. My piece in @civilserviceworld.bsky.social www.civilserviceworld.com/news/article...

💡 On #AntiCorruptionDay, cities are using open data to fight corruption. From Timișoara to Kaduna and Peñalolén, transparency in budgets, spending, and contracts helps citizens, journalists, and AI spot red flags. #OpenGov #OGPLocal #AntiCorruption

🌎 Local governments work together with their citizens to improve public services. 🇬🇭Sekondi-Takoradi 🇮🇩Banggai 🇨🇱Maipú 🇲🇽 San Pedro Garza Garcia 🇨🇱Peñalolén 🇩🇪Hamburg 🇮🇩West Sumbawa sdglocalaction.org/bulding-bridges-empowering-citizens/

Disability is not a barrier, exclusion is. Open government removes barriers and ensures PWD are heard, protected, and included. Check out 3 commitments to include PWD in decision-making: bit.ly/ogp-pwd #IDPD

Côte d’Ivoire adopted its first National Anti-Corruption Strategy 🇨🇮 A practical step to strengthen cooperation between government, civil society, and the private sector in tackling corruption.

🚀 The Keseb Democracy Innovation Lab (iLab) is seeking 10 early-stage projects reimagining community-building. ✨ Expert support 🌍 Peer network 💰 USD 10,000 📅 Pitch: Feb 2 | Nominate: Jan 16 keseb.org/ilab #DemocracyInnovation #InclusiveDemocracy

Transparency work in Ukraine continued through the war. Civil movement Chesno is still pushing for open parliament reforms through the Open Government Partnership: from ending proxy voting to improving access to legislative data. A steady push for stronger accountability. #Road4EaP #Ukraine #OGP

🌍 Local governments act for gender equality and inclusion! 🇨🇴 Bogotá, #Colombia 🇳🇬 Plateau State, #Nigeria 🇪🇸 Aragón, #Spain More stories: sdglocalaction.org/bulding-brid... #16DaysofActivism

🟠 On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, our Gender & Inclusion Officer highlights how OGP members use data & tech to fight gender-based violence. #NoExcuse 🔗 bit.ly/ogg-gbv

We’re excited to welcome Brazil & Steph Muchai as OGP’s Co-Chairs and to spotlight UK & Laura Neuman, who will follow in 26–27. Brazil & Steph’s Co-Chair Agenda sets bold priorities for #opengov. opengovpartnership.org/news/brazil-and-steph-muchai-to-co-chair-the-ogp-steering-committee/

⏰ Last week to apply! The Civic Space Lab Reformers’ Program gives governments: ✨ Expert guidance 📜 Policy support 🤝 Peer learning 💡 Funding help 🌟 Recognition 📋 Civic Space Strategy | 🛠 Action Plan | 🎯 Targeted Reform Apply by Nov 30 → bit.ly/civic-space-lab

🚨 Last Chance: OGP Stakeholder Survey! Take 5 minutes to share your feedback. Help OGP provide better guidance, tools, and services to make government more open, transparent, and accountable. bit.ly/46NFhrL #OGP #OpenGovernment

💡 Cleaning up energy markets is good for democracy. Learn more about policies to create transparent, competitive energy markets in the Eastern Partnership, based on the work of the DiXi Group: https://bit.ly/horizons-energy-transparency

Every child deserves to be heard, included, and protected. Open governments listen, act, and create safer communities for all. Explore how governments are taking action to protect and include children: https://bit.ly/ogp-children #WorldChildrensDay

🌍 Climate change hits hardest those most vulnerable. On 26 Nov, join our #OGPLocal Circle to learn how cities like Buenos Aires, Navarra, Nairobi & Quintana Roo are engaging citizens in climate action. 🔗 Register: bit.ly/ogp-climate-... #ClimateAction

We’re excited to welcome Emily O’Reilly as an OGP Ambassador! She’ll work with the Steering Committee, CEO & fellow Ambassadors to promote #opengov, fight authoritarianism & distrust in government. opengovpartnership.org/news/emily-oreilly-appointed-as-open-government-partnership-ambassador/

Registration is still open for the OGP and Transparency International Defence & Security (TI-DS) webinar! Check out the speakers below 👇 Event details: 🗓️ November 19, 2025 ⏰ 3 - 4 pm CET 🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/defense-webinar @transparencyuk.bsky.social

🌐 Transform civic space in your country The Reformers’ Program gives governments: ✨ Expert guidance 📜 Policy support 🤝 Peer learning 💡 Funding help 🌟 Recognition ⏰ Apply by Nov 30 → bit.ly/civic-space-lab

🌍 Local governments act for the planet! #COP30 🇬🇭Shama #SDG6 🇬🇭Sekondi-Takoradi #SDG13 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Glasgow #SDG15 @glasgowcc.bsky.social 🇬🇭Wassa Amenfi East #SDG13 More stories: sdglocalaction.org/bulding-brid... @sdgactioncampaign.org @sdglocalaction.bsky.social @undp.org @uclg.bsky.social

🌍 At #COP30 in Belém, 🇧🇷 the Government of Brazil & @StephMuchai launched OGP 2025–2026 co-chair agenda: 1️⃣ Advancing digital & environmental transitions 2️⃣ Boosting global dialogue & cooperation Read full OGP co-chair agenda 👉 https://bit.ly/3JM4rhW #OpenGov

On this day of remembrance, our latest OGP Horizons blog explores how the #RightToInformation can ensure nuance and complexity in national memory, as an antidote to authoritarian control. Learn more in the blog: https://bit.ly/horizons-memory #ArmisticeDay #VeteransDay #OpenGov

Join OGP and Transparency International Defence & Security as we discuss how to improve transparency in the defense sector in the latest Europe Dialogues webinar series! 🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/defense-webinar @transparencyuk.bsky.social

When government and citizens work together, trust grows. 🌍 OGP Local cities are advancing #SDG16: 🇦🇲 Armavir 🇵🇭 South Cotabato 🇪🇨 Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas 🇧🇷 São Paulo 📘 Learn more: sdglocalaction.org/bulding-brid... #BuildingBridgesEmpoweringCitizens @undp.org @uclg.bsky.social

🏆 Meet the winners of the 2025 Open Gov Challenge Awards. At the 2025 OGP Global Summit, we celebrated reformers from around the world for their bold commitments to open, participatory, and accountable government. Follow us on Instagram to see all the photos. instagr.am/p/DQmcAy0CE3B

🤖 Cities worldwide are exploring how open government principles can guide responsible AI and digital governance. At an #OGPLocal Deep Dive, local reformers shared how transparency, participation & accountability can shape ethical tech. #OpenGov #AI

At #OGPSummit’s Local Afternoon, 250+ reformers shared how openness is transforming communities — from Moldova to Ghana, Mexico to the Philippines. 🌍 Here are four lessons on how open government is creating real change locally. #OGPLocal #OpenGov

📣 Deadline extended! Applications for the Civic Space Lab Reformers’ Program are open for one more month. ✅ Expert support & facilitation ✅ Funding & global partners ✅ Peer learning with reformers 📅 Apply by Nov 30: bit.ly/civic-space-lab

1/5 🧵 Over 80 reformers from the Eastern Partnership and Western Balkans met to share experiences and strengthen cooperation on open government — focusing on transparency, accountability, and civic participation. @oecdgovernance.bsky.social #EAP #WesternBalkans #EU4Integrity #Road4EaP

🇺🇾 Uruguay’s 6th OGP Action Plan 2025-2029 features 41 commitments on: 💼 Anti-corruption 💰 Transparent budgeting ⚖️ Justice data 🌿 Climate & gender 💻 Digital governance & AI oversight 👧 Children’s rights 📚 Education, disability & human rights opengovpartnership.org/wp-content/u...

🇪🇸 Spain launches its 5th OGP Action Plan (2025–2029) with 218 commitments across 16 ministries and all regions. Focus areas: public participation, anti-corruption, gender equality, transparency, media freedom, and digital governance. 📄 Read more: opengovpartnership.org/wp-content/u...

Explora los datos clave de la trayectoria de gobierno abierto en España, en el último informe del IRM: 🖋️ Se unió a OGP en 2011 📃 4 planes de acción y 105 compromisos 🏘️ 7 miembros de OGP que promueven reformas Lea el informe: https://bit.ly/trayectoria-espana #OGPSummit #OGPSpain

A key milestone of the #OGPSummit: the Vitoria-Gasteiz Declaration 🌍 Reaffirming our global commitment to transparency, participation & accountability. 160+ endorsements unite governments & civil society for more open, inclusive democracy. Link to endorsers below.

With 2030 approaching, accelerating the SDGs is urgent. Cities are 🔑 . OGP, @undp.org & @uclg.bsky.social launch “Building Bridges, Empowering Citizens” to support local govts in using open gov principles to advance the SDGs. 👉 More: https://sdglocalaction.org/bulding-bridges-empowering-citizens/

🎙️ With 12 young delegates, the @youthdemocracycohort.com participated in the @opengovpartnership.org Global Summit in Spain, where governments, civil society and policymakers from around the world gathered to exchange experiences, best practices and progress on open government. @kenlcg.bsky.social

At the 2025 #OGPSummit, OGP strengthened global partnerships to advance #opengov: 🤝 Renewed MoUs with @epd.eu $ @undp.org 💻 Co-Develop supports Digital Public Infrastructure governance 🇪🇸 New partnership with @aecid.bsky.social Watch the videos on OGP's LinkedIn and Instagram accounts.

At the 2025 #OGPSummit, a coalition led by 🇳🇱 with @oecd-ocde.bsky.social & OGP launched an initiative to set an international benchmark for meaningful proactive disclosure. Members include 🇦🇲🇧🇷🇨🇦🇭🇷🇪🇪🇩🇪🇳🇱🇵🇹🇷🇴🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇪🇸. Together, they’ll foster debate, peer learning & common standards.

🌍 How can local governments use online platforms to fight corruption and increase transparency? Join us on Oct 22 for the #OGPLocal Anti-Corruption Learning Circle in partnership with @NDI to learn how #opendata & dashboards help prevent corruption. bit.ly/ogp-anticorruption-22-10

This week's OGP Horizons explores the potential "digital twins," or the creation of a real-time, digital model of a city. Learn from Yerevan, Armenia and Orléans, France on how to build dynamic, participatory models for public engagement: https://bit.ly/horizons-digital-twins

🌍 A defining moment for democracy — and for open government. At the 2025 #OGPSummit in Vitoria-Gasteiz, 2,000+ reformers from 70+ countries came together to push for bold, inclusive reforms that deliver resilient, fair, and accountable societies.

🚀 Day 2 of the @opengovpartnership.org Global Summit 🚀 Today, we learned about: 🇸🇱 The national justice efforts in Sierra Leone. 💰 #JusticeActionCoalition’s work on the economic case for #PeopleCenteredJustice and people-centered justice data, led by @oecd-ocde.bsky.social.