Mayors Migration Council

Today, the Greater Amman Municipality celebrates #AmmanCityDay, an occasion to commemorate the city's achievements and look ahead to its bright future! With support from the MMC's Global Cities Fund for Migrants and Refugees, the City of Amman is promoting refugee social inclusion and bolstering its climate resilience by constructing an accessible and climate-smart public park for refugee and Jordanian children. The park will feature the city’s first ever climate academy to teach Amman’s youngest residents about environmental stewardship. ???Join us in celebrating Amman’s commitment to building a more inclusive and sustainable future! ?? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gW7DidFQ

?? We're hiring! The Mayors Migration Council is hiring a Finance Associate to support financial planning, analysis, and reporting to ensure effective management of budgets and grant funding. This role includes reconciling expenses, preparing financial reports, and supporting compliance with donor and fiscal sponsor policies. Applications are open until 9 PM ET on March 16, 2025. We’re #hiring. Know anyone who might be interested? https://lnkd.in/gzmtxs95

?? Big News from the MMC! Today, we’re proud to announce the launch of our inaugural Governing Board—a pivotal milestone marking our evolution from a startup initiative to a global leader in migration policy and practice. This transition from a donor-led structure to a diverse, representative board of leaders and experts will strengthen our ability to support mayors worldwide in addressing the pressing migration challenges and opportunities of our time. Meet our Executive Committee Co-Chairs, selected from nearly 50 candidates across 20 countries: ?? Marvin Rees OBE,?Chair for Engagement & Public Affairs – Former Bristol Mayor & MMC founding member, Rees brings city leadership experience, championing marginalized communities & global issues like migration, climate, & finance. ?? Cecilia Vaca Jones, ?Chair for Strategy & Business Development – A leader in social justice, migration policy, and philanthropy, Vaca Jones has spent decades advancing equity-focused initiatives worldwide. ?? Ingrid Rasmussen, Chair for Governance & Operations – A nonprofit finance and organizational development expert, Rasmussen excels at driving financial growth and operational transformation. As part of this governance transition, the MMC’s donor-led board—composed of the Robert Bosch Stiftung and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation—will evolve into an advisory group, continuing to provide invaluable guidance and strategic alignment. ?? Join us in building a world where cities lead the way! ?? More here: https://bit.ly/4hnuyqR?

?? We're hiring! The Mayors Migration Council is hiring a City Finance Lead to help cities access funding and financing for migrants and refugees. This role includes developing innovative programs and building partnerships with donors, investors, and financial institutions. Applications are open until 5 PM ET on January 30, 2025. https://lnkd.in/d8Ftg5e8

I’m thrilled to announce that Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif, Mayor of Kuala Lumpur, has joined the Mayors Migration Council Leadership Board! Mayor Maimunah has been a bold and visionary leader, transforming both local and global conversations on urban inclusivity. As Executive Director of UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme), she played a pivotal role in shaping the New Urban Agenda and championing inclusive development for migrants and refugees. A trusted partner of the MMC since day one, she helped launch our inaugural #GlobalCitiesFund for Migrants and Refugees—a transformative initiative that channels international funding to cities to address urgent needs today while building the foundation for long-term sustainability and impact. In Kuala Lumpur, where nearly 1 in 10 residents are foreign-born, Mayor Maimunah is raising the bar for inclusive urban governance. Within just 100 days of taking office, she prioritized bold initiatives to ensure access to affordable, safe housing for all residents, including newcomers. Welcome to the MMC family, Mayor Maimunah! Your leadership will amplify the voices of Asian cities and inspire mayors worldwide to create opportunities that allow all communities to thrive. ?? Learn more in our press release: https://bit.ly/49BNXRX #Leadership #Migration #Cities #GlobalImpact #UrbanInclusion #MayorsLead

Following International Migrants Day, we’re celebrating the impactful work of city leaders worldwide: ?? Mayor Maimunah Mohd Sharif of #KualaLumpur joins the MMC Leadership Board, championing migration solutions across Asia and beyond. ?? Mayors Alejandro Eder (#Cali), Cruz Pérez Cuéllar (#CiudadJuárez), Mike Johnston (#Denver), and Clara Brugada (#MexicoCity) join the Mayors of the Americas Task Force on Migration, a growing coalition of Western Hemisphere leaders driving city-led migration responses. The coalition was initially launched during #UNGA79, by founding members Carlos Galán (#Bogotá) and Ron Nirenberg (#SanAntonio). ??In three years, The C40 Cities-MMC Global Mayors Task Force on Climate and Migration, has has elevated mayors as global voices, influenced migration policies, and unlocked millions for climate migration solutions (see newly launched Impact Report for more?? https://bit.ly/3P2tP1I) ?? At the #Urban20 Summit, 50+ mayors (including MMC Mayors Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr OBE and Valérie Plante) called on global leaders to act on displacement and climate migration, delivering a historic communique to Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. As we look ahead to 2025, the MMC is committed to continue helping mayors get a seat at the global policy table and unlock resources to accelerate and scale local solutions. Together, we’re building a world where urban migrants, displaced people, and receiving communities can thrive. Dive deeper into these accomplishments and more in our latest newsletter ?? https://bit.ly/4gHwWIu.

“From unprecedented flooding in Brazil to protracted drought in the Horn of Africa and repeated wildfires in North America, climate change is increasingly driving migration beyond scientific projections, and cities are unequivocally at the forefront of responses.” – C40 Cities Executive Director Mark Watts and Mayors Migration Council (MMC) Executive Director Vittoria Zanuso On International #MigrantsDay, C40 and the MMC are proud to launch the 2021–2024 Impact Report highlighting the achievements of our joint Task Force on Climate and Migration. Read the foreword by Mark and Vittoria: https://c40.me/3DfknFF

Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif, Mayor of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia has joined the Mayors Migration Council Leadership Board! A champion in urban inclusivity and housing solutions, Mayor Maimunah aims to ensure access to affordable, safe housing for all residents. Kuala Lumpur, a city where 9% of the population is foreign-born, stands out as a model of inclusivity under her leadership. Her commitment to advancing migrant inclusion and elevating city voices in global discussions is expected to drive impactful solutions for cities worldwide. Read the press release here ??https://bit.ly/49BNXRX

We know climate change is going to drive immigration, migration, and displacement. ?? Often those impacts land at the feet of city mayors. ?? That’s why we were delighted to host the Mayors Migration Council yesterday for an important conversation about climate migration. #climatemigration #climateresilience University of Miami, Brian Haus, Jennifer Posner, Michael Berkowitz, Beatriz Ruan, Landolf Rhode-Barbarigos, Jessica Owley, Jane Gilbert, Robin Bachin, Elizabeth Greig, MD, Anjali Saxena, Vincent Torres, CHEP, Imelda Kanchule-Moise, Ph.D., MPH, Daniel Suman, Samer Saliba, Vittoria Zanuso, Maggie Powers, Quinn Formel, Caroline Twigg, Manuel Trujillo, Helen Yu, Tony Chen, Clara Keller-Skupień, Cynthia Nahhas, Erin Worden, Savarni Sanka, Estefania Ramirez, Asha J. Richards