“Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Urban Transformation”
Urban Planning | Service Delivery | Governance | Capacity Building
Initiatives by a non-profit urban think tank
Our Journey
The Initiatives of Change Center for Governance (ICCfG), Coimbatore is a pioneering urban think tank established in 2008. With cross-disciplinary expertise, we focus on addressing urban challenges through innovative solutions in urban governance, service delivery, capacity building, and technical assistance. Our mission is to envision sustainable and inclusive urban development, enable effective governance, and empower decision-makers to create resilient, equitable cities.
OUR VISION
“Our vision is to foster inclusive, vibrant, and sustainable cities by empowering urban local bodies and local communities through collaborative approach, data-driven planning, evidence-based studies, and need-based projects for a resilient and equitable future.”
Focus Areas
Good governance focuses on accountability, transparency, participation, rule of law,
effectiveness, and equity across sectors.
Urban
Governance
Efficient management of city affairs to ensure smooth functioning and development
Public Policy
Formulation
Developing impactful public policies to enhance society and support its citizens’ well-being
Urban
Planning
Designing cities for optimal functionality, sustainability and quality of life for residents
Project
Management
Overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of projects to ensure timely delivery, quality outcomes, and alignment with objectives and budgets
Advocacy for Administrative Reforms
Championing ethical administrative practices through advocacy and reform initiatives
Training & Capacity
Building
Building expertise through specialized training, programs, workshops, and events
Let's Shape Cities for a Better Future!
ICCfG pledges to align its work along the lines of achieving UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, and ensuring that our nation’s targets are achieved through locally adapted and integrated urban policies
We
Work
For
Research and Practice
Research Advisory for Urban Local Bodies
Informing Urban Decision-Making: A Research-Based Approach
Research Advisory at Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority
Shaping Chennai’s Urban Future: CMDA’s Research Advisory Initiative
Municipal Performance Index Coimbatore 2023
Assessing the performance of the city with respect to Key performance indicators developed by MoHUA
Events
The programme aimed at creating a network among city leaders in Asia and provide a platform for peer-to-peer learning in key areas of urban governance such as integrated master planning, sustainable environment, water management, greening, land management, housing, transport, infrastructure financing, smart city development and resilience.
Training session conducted for Karnataka Secretariat staff at Asia Plateau, our international conference centre at Panchgani. Tailor made programs are conducted regularly for various segments
On January 28, 2023, ICCFG, in collaboration with Coimbatore Smart City Limited, organized a seminar on “Mobility and Transport Planning” at Hotel Taj Vivanta. The event, held in partnership with CEPT University and ITDP, focused on non-motorized transport and mass rapid transit systems.
On November 27, 2023, a two-day workshop was held at the PSG Institute of Management Conference Hall, Coimbatore. Facilitated by international expert Mr. Lawrence Philbrook, the workshop aimed to review ongoing infrastructure projects, identify gaps, re-envision the city’s needs, and develop strategies for effective and inclusive development.
Singapore Leaders in Urban Governance event was conducted by Temesek & CLC Singapore. The Mayor, Commissioner of & Baskar Srinivasan, Technical Advisor, Coimbatore City municipal Corporation participated and received commendations.
Collaborations
GET IN TOUCH
Got questions or ready to start a project with us ?We’re all ears ! Reach out to us today to discuss your ideas
- 98940 45927
- support@iccfgcoimbatore.org
- 15 Surya Garden, Peelamedu, Coimbatore-641004