Point 6
Local sphere and sphere and participation
Summary
The birthplace of politics and democracy is the polis, the city, and it has historically created instruments to regulate public life and guarantee the rights of citizens and their participation in government. The role of town councils is key to citizen wellness. So much so that the United Nations has put implementation of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals in the hands of local and regional governments, those with the most impact on people’s quality of life.
