Local stakeholders often have strong interests and possible concerns regarding a radioactive waste management facility sited in their communities, and more generally with any type of nuclear facility. Thus, they play an essential role in decision-making processes. To establish an effective stakeholder engagement, it is necessary to understand the perspectives, needs, expectations, and experiences of local stakeholders.

The?purpose of the event is to provide a forum and engage with the new Global Partnership of Municipalities with Nuclear Facilities, to foster dialogue among representatives of municipalities with nuclear facilities, enhance awareness, and share experiences on topics relevant to local stakeholders.

The event is open to representatives of communities, including municipal authorities (mayors and councillors), hosting radioactive waste management facilities and other types of nuclear facilities. To facilitate and promote effective experience-sharing, the meeting is also open to representatives of facility operators, safety authorities, government officials, as well as experts from nuclear societies, educational organizations, or other institutions involved in stakeholder engagement activities.

For more information, including on how to participate, see the Information Sheet.