About us
The Americas Conference of Mayors (ACM), constitutes as a national nonprofit association registered in the State of New Mexico, United States.
The organization, encompassing the Americas Conference of City/County Councilors (ACCC) as part of its broader institutional framework, brings together municipalities from across the Americas to promote collaboration, innovation, and the exchange of best practices in service of the public good.
Our Mission
As a continental platform, the ACM advances a collaborite knowledge exchange for best practices, and joint action among cities across the Americas, analyzing policy, with a sustainable approach and mayor-centered outcomes, looking to empower local governments.
We connect city leaders to:
- Advance innovation
- Build governmental relations
- Create resilient governance across the Western Hemisphere
Continental Annual Americas Conference
Summit, Conference and Expo 2027
Each year, the ACM organizes the Annual Summit and Americas Conference, bringing together mayors, city councilors, and municipal leaders from across the hemisphere, as well as a broad group of different stakeholders from different sectors, including non profit organizations, industries, chambers of commerce and higher eduaction institutions.
The conference consolidates as a strategic forum for discussion on public interest topics, aiming to share best policy practices, establish new partnerships and empower people in municipalities and cities.
International and Regional Missions
Our International missions connect leaders from the Americas with other continents, adopting a global vision in order to exchange best practices, spark collaboration, and deepen systemic reform.
In addition, our Regional programs strengthen connections across the Americas, fostering the exchange of best practices, encouraging cross-border collaboration within the region, and advancing meaningful transformations in shared regional challenges and opportunities.
International Training
Our International Training & Capacity Building advances leadership development, government training, and municipal empowerment through practical programs, expert coaching, and results‑driven partnerships across the Americas.
Mayors and Business Leaders
Thriving cities aren’t built by mayors alone. Real urban success happens when public leaders and private innovators work together.
The Americas Conference of Mayors fosters this powerful partnership, connecting city leadership with top business executives across the Americas to turn challenges into opportunities.
The ICGE
The International Center for Governance Excellence (ICGE) empowers local governments across the Americas to lead with innovation, integrity, and measurable results.
As the center of excellence of the Americas Conference of Mayors, ICGE connects leadership development, applied knowledge, and hemispheric collaboration to help cities transform their communities and deliver lasting public value.
What we do: Programs and Initiatives
The policies and best practices adopted by the ACM and ACCC reflect the collective vision of municipalities throughout the Americas.
Through collaboration, leadership, and shared responsibility, member cities work together in our Programs and Initiatives to address common challenges and build a more sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous future for communities across the hemisphere.
Post Doctoral and Post Graduate Institute
The Postdoctoral and Post-Master Program on Applied Research is an international academic initiative developed by the University of New Mexico in collaboration with the International Institute for Higher Education (II-HE) and the Americas Conference of Mayors.
Designed for senior professionals, researchers, and academic leaders, the program strengthens applied research capacities and fosters high-level collaboration, bridging public policy, government, and higher education.
Want to join us?
The American Conference of Mayors brings together distinguished municipal leaders and senior executives to shape the future of cities across the Americas. Membership and strategic support offers access to a high-level network committed to collaboration, innovation, and long-term urban competitiveness.
Engage with those influencing tomorrow’s cities and be part of the conversations that define progress.
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