Mission Vision and Objectives

APLA is the official elected national umbrella that strives to represent and support the Palestinian LGUs, and advocates for their interests and rights to develop and reach their independence in line with the National Policy Agenda and in accordance with good governance principles and contributes to achieving a greater level of justice, inclusion and sustainability.

Local Government Units Capable of Providing comprehensive and sustainable services in a conducive environment and through effective local governance

• To represent the Local Authorities at the local, Arab and international levels.
• To promote ties and relationships among the Palestinian local authorities
• To contribute to the development of the Local Authorities' performance by facilitating the exchange of information and experiences among them.
• To contribute to the coordination of the Local Authorities’ position/attitude toward their relationship with the Central Authority.
• To assist Local Authorities in fields those contribute in developing its employees’ performance, through the appropriate training in advanced administrative and technical areas.
• To develop its members’ foreign relationships, and set APLA and the Local Authorities at the appropriate position among the international organizations.
• To use all means and instruments of lobbying and advocacy on the central and legislative authorities and services providers to assist and just Local Authorities.