GCoM Steering Committee Call for nominations
*Please note the deadline for nominations has lapsed.
Mayors and councillors are invited to submit an application for the inaugural Oceania GCoM Steering Committee by 7 September 2020.
We pleased to invite mayors and councillors to take a seat on the Steering Committee for the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy (GCoM). Read a letter of invitation co-signed by the Lord Mayor of Hobart, Lord Mayor of Newcastle and Mayor of Dunedin as the Steering Committee’s initial members.
The voice of Mayors working for a safe climate through the GCoM network is growing louder globally. For the first time the GCoM Oceania Secretariat is looking for Mayors, councillors (or their representatives) to help grow the GCoM network in our region.
The GCoM is a global alliance of over 10,000 cities and local governments sharing goals for an action-oriented approach to climate change for the transition to low-emission and resilient societies.
Each of the ten global GCoM regions has the opportunity to establish and develop its own approach to applying and managing this global alliance. The GCoM Secretariat is seeking representation from Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Nations.
The Steering Committee will provide strategic advice and advocacy for the GCoM program throughout Oceania region. It will also communicate the benefits and opportunities of GCoM and encourage other councils to join and explore opportunities to grow the program through the formation of partnerships.
The Steering Committee will also provide support to the Oceania region representative to the International GCoM Board. Eligible Mayors interested in a position on the GCoM Board should also indicate this interest. Read the Terms of Reference for the global GCoM Board.
The first virtual meeting of the Steering Committee is planned for September and the committee would then meet at least quarterly, through a virtual meeting platform. Membership terms will be for two years or subject to local government election results.
If you are interested please complete and email the Nomination Form attached to steve.gawler@iclei.org by Monday the 7th September 2020. For any questions or further information please email or call Bernie Cotter, Managing Director, bernie.cotter@iclei.org, Mob 0431265860.