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The Responsibilities of the Municipal Council

The Responsibilities of the Municipal Council

This online course explores in depth the role and responsibilities of municipal councils in Haiti, based on the legal framework defined by the decree on the organization and functioning of municipal collectives. It is designed to equip local elected officials, public administrators, and anyone interested in municipal management, in order to strengthen the capacities of local authorities and improve local governance.

Thanks to interactive modules, practical case studies, and tailored resources, you will discover how to effectively manage a municipality, develop local policies, and collaborate with citizens and other levels of governance.

Course Objectives:

  • Understanding the legal framework governing municipalities in Haiti.
  • Identify the responsibilities and duties of the members of the municipal council.
  • Learn to effectively manage the human, financial, and material resources of a municipality.
  • Apply the principles of transparency, citizen participation, and sustainable development in local governance.

Benefits of the course :

  • Master the essential tools and methods for municipal management.
  • Enhance your skills for effective leadership and better decision-making.
  • Obtain a participation certificate recognized by the Haitian Institute of Research and Training in Governance (IHRFG)
  • Actively contribute to the development and modernization of local communities in Haiti.

Target audience:

  • Members of the Municipal Council: mayors, deputy mayors, and other local elected officials.
  • Administrative executives working in local authorities.
  • Students and professionals interested in local governance and public management.​
  • Engaged citizens wishing to better understand the functioning of local administrations.

Join this course to become a key player in the transformation of local governance in Haiti. Your commitment is essential to building stronger and better-organized communities!

This course is currently available only in French.

The Creole version of this course will be available soon. Our courses are offered in one or both of the official languages of Haiti in general.


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Last Update 05/17/2025
Completion Time 4 hours 8 minutes
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Basic Intermediate Advanced
  • Introduction générale à la gouvernance municipale (Semaine 1)
    2Lessons · 29 min
  • Cadre légal et organisationnel des communes (Semaine 2)
    4Lessons · 3 hr 38 min
    • Gouvernance-Locale-Commune (1)
    • Podcast sur La gestion de la Municipalité
    • LA-GESTION-MUNICIPALE-169
    • Quelques-chiffres-cles-relatifs-aux-Organes-Communaux
  • Drafts
    1Lessons · 1 min
    • test de video integree dans un article dans un DIV