Sister Cities Commission
Established by Ordinances No. 16,306 and No. 16,345, the Little Rock Sister Cities Commission consists of thirteen (13) members who serve five-year terms. The Commission develops and supports Sister City relationships with communities around the world, promotes cultural, educational, and economic exchange, and helps residents learn about the history, traditions, and opportunities of Little Rock’s international partners.
Members are appointed by the Little Rock City Board of Directors.
A Sister City relationship is a formal, long-term partnership between two cities in different countries. Through collaborative projects, student exchanges, professional partnerships, and civic engagement, Sister Cities build lasting relationships that benefit residents of both communities.
A Friendship City relationship is an informal international partnership that fosters goodwill, cultural exchange, and mutual learning between communities. Friendship Cities often serve as a first step toward deeper collaboration, creating opportunities for dialogue and relationship-building.
Sister Cities
- Kaohsiung, Taiwan (established April 19, 1983)
- Hanam City, Korea (established May 19, 1992)
- Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, England (established November 20, 2016)
- Caxias do Sul, Brazil (established November 11, 2017)
Friendship Cities
- Changchun, China (established April 5, 1994)
- Jining, China (established April 26, 2016)
- Enna, Italy (established June 4, 2024)
- Cape Coast, Ghana (established September 1, 2025)
| AUTHORITY: | Ordinance No. 16,306 (November 17, 1992); Ordinance No. 16,345 (January 19, 1993) |
| TERM: | To develop guidelines and programs for Sister City relationships with other cities in other countries; to further public awareness of communities throughout the world, emphasizing such things as cultural, historical, and economic aspects of the City’s adopted Sister Cities. |
| MEMBERS: | Thirteen (13) |
| DUTIES: | To develop guidelines and programs for Sister City relationships with other cities in other countries; to further public awareness of communities throughout the world, emphasizing such things as cultural, historical and economic aspects of the City’s adopted Sister Cities. |
| SELECTION: | Members are appointed by the Little Rock City Board of Directors and can include City Employees and members of the Little Rock City Board of Directors. |
| MEETINGS: | Third Monday of each month Little Rock City Hall 500 West Markham Street, 2nd Floor Sister Cities Conference Room 11:00 AM |
For More Information:
Amber D. Jackson, Chief Engagement & Opportunity Officer
500 West Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 244-5464
ajackson@littlerock.gov