Greenland is divided into 6 communes (kommuner), which constitute the sole level of local government administration between the national government and individual settlements. These communes function as municipalities with broad responsibilities for local governance, including education, healthcare services, infrastructure maintenance, housing, and social welfare programs. Each commune operates with an elected council and serves multiple settlements within its territory, adapting services to the needs of both larger towns and remote communities. The communes also manage local economic development, cultural affairs, and environmental matters within their jurisdictions. This administrative structure reflects Greenland's unique geography and sparse population distribution, consolidating governance into larger units capable of delivering services across vast Arctic territories.