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NLC Resources for Cities

The National League of Cities is the oldest and largest national organization representing municipal governments throughout the United States. Its mission is to strengthen and promote cities as centers of opportunity, leadership, and governance.

Below are some of the resources you can find at National League of Cities:

  • National League of Cities Programs & Services - An overview of some of the ways National League of Cities is working with local governments.

  • City Practice Resources - Proven solutions from cities of all sizes around the U.S.  Build your own local program based on the proven success of other cities.

  • Institute for Youth, Education & Families - National League of Cities launched the YEF Institute in January 2000 in recognition of the unique and influential roles that mayors, city councilmembers, and other local leaders can play in strengthening families and improving outcomes for children and youth.

  • Research & Analysis - Through its Center for Policy and Research, NLC provides an applied think tank capacity by developing, conducting, and reporting research on programs and issues affecting city and towns.
  • Publications - View National League of Cities entire publication library.

  • Awards & Recognition - The National League of Cities (NLC) recognizes cities and towns that have turned ideas into accomplishments. It provides various avenues to cities for sharing and rewarding their efforts.
  • Leadership Training Programs - The National League of Cities is committed to strengthening and promoting the leadership capacity of our nations' local elected officials.  More than 3,000 mayors, council members, and local leaders participate in Leadership Training Institute seminars and programs designed to explore the nature and practice of local government leadership. 

  • Networking Opportunities - One of the most important benefits to members of the National League of Cities is the communication networks, enabling city officials to share vital information and engage in discussions on a variety of topics that are important to local government officials and their constituents.  This section of the new NLC website has been developed to broaden networking opportunities for city officials.