The All-Russian Forum Small Motherland — the Strength of Russia will be held at the RUSSIA EXPO on January 15

More than 7 thousand municipal workers from 89 regions of the country will gather at the venue to discuss current industry topics: digitalization in the management of territories, preservation of traditions and values, as well as other important issues. The forum will be held by order of the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin.

The forum Small Motherland — the Strength of Russia is an extensive business program that includes many events: panel discussions, round tables and strategic sessions with the participation of representatives of industry ministries and agencies, businesses and non-profit organizations. It is aimed at uniting the country’s municipal community and raising the prestige of municipal service.

Several panel discussions will be held as part of the forum.

Strength in People panel discussion

The main topic of the platform will be the importance of the mission of service for the benefit of people and the state. Participants will also discuss the development of human potential of territories and professional improvement of municipal teams. A presentation of the VARMSU (All-Russian Association for the Development of Local Self-Government) profile projects is planned, as well as a speech by representatives of the Presidential Executive Office.

Where: Pavilion No. 75 (Regions of Russia), Large Congress Hall, Zone A

When: 10:30

Strength in Traditions panel discussion

The main theme of the platform is the preservation and development of traditions and values as a basis for the formation of a single, holistic strategy for the development of the country and society. Expert speeches will be devoted to interethnic unity, patriotic education, the formation of love for the small Motherland, historical and cultural heritage, the Year of the Family and popularization of family values among young people.

The participants together with experts will discuss in detail the issues of digitalization and introduction of technologies in the management of territories, development of rural settlements and local human potential, support for business initiatives, popularization of municipal service, preservation of cultural heritage and traditional values. Much attention will be paid to improving the quality of life of citizens, social and youth policy, as well as the development of human resources potential of municipalities.

Where: Pavilion No. 75 (Regions of Russia), Large Congress Hall, Zone A

When: 13:00

Meeting with Maxim Reshetnikov, Minister of Economic Development of the Russian Federation, and Ceremonial Awarding of the winners of the Best Municipal Practice 2023 contest

The meeting will summarize the results of the Best Municipal Practice 2023 contest and will provide an honest dialogue with the Minister to discuss current issues and challenges of economic development of municipalities.

Where: Smart City Pavilion

When: 13:30

Presentation of the Digital Platform for the Municipal Community

A specialized portal for the municipal community will be presented at the forum for the first time. The portal was created taking into account the opinion of the municipal community. A survey of municipal employees was conducted in August 2023. Based on the results of the survey, the key services that will be primarily presented on the information portal were selected. The platform will be presented by Vladimir Tabak, Director General of ANO Dialog.

Where: Pavilion No. 75 (Regions of Russia), Hall of Cultural Programs

When: 15:00

Strength in Development panel discussion

The event is dedicated to the role of municipalities in achieving national goals, economic and infrastructure development. It is planned to discuss the issues of control and supervisory activities in terms of the powers of local governments. The results of the Municipal Dialogue Marathon will be summarized. Among the speakers of the panel discussion there will be Maxim Oreshkin, Aide to the President of the Russian Federation.

Where: Pavilion No. 75 (Regions of Russia), Large Congress Hall, Zone A

The organizer of the forum Small Motherland — the Strength of Russia is the All-Russian Association for the Development of Local Self-Government (VARMSU) with the support of the Executive Office of the President of the Russian Federation.