By 2050, two out of every three people are likely to be living in cities or other urban centres 📈 It's no secret that world’s cities are expanding rapidly, but as more people call cities home, they face growing challenges - affordable housing, climate resilience, and infrastructure that keeps up with demand. These topics are at the heart of the dialogues at #WUF12 📣 Despite these obstacles, cities hold the key to a brighter, more sustainable future. Join us at #WUF12 to explore how cities can transform these challenges into opportunities for future generations. 🔗 wuf.unhabitat.org/wuf12 👉 World Urban Forum (source: https://loom.ly/WRhl-4w; Our World in Data)
UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme)
International Affairs
Creating socially and environmentally sustainable cities and communities
About us
UN-Habitat is the United Nations entity responsible for developing urban policies and translating them into action to create sustainable cities and communities. Cities are facing unprecedented demographic, environmental, economic, and social challenges. There has been a phenomenal shift towards urbanization, with half of the world's population living in cities. By 2050, almost 70 per cent of the population will reside in cities. This urban growth will be happening mainly in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. In the absence of effective urban planning, the consequences of this rapid urbanization will be dramatic. Urban policies need to change to turn this rapid urban growth into opportunities to create a better quality of life for people. UN-Habitat is at the helm of this change. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to address the issues of urban growth and sustainable urban development.
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unhabitat.org
External link for UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme)
- Industry
- International Affairs
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Nairobi
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1978
- Specialties
- Urban Legislation, Land and Governance, Urban Planning and Design, Urban Economy, Urban Basic Services, Housing and Slum Upgrading, Risk Reduction and Rehabilitation, and Research and Capacity Building
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Employees at UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme)
Updates
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We need data to strengthen work on housing policies and housing and land ecosystems. UN-Habitat welcomes diversity of organization working on data collection and analysis. Great to see this year’s 15th edition of the Housing Finance in Africa Yearbook. Since its launch, the Yearbook has been a crucial resource for understanding #HousingFinance across #Africa, with a special focus on providing #AffordableHousing solutions for low-income households. 🏡✨ 🌍🏘️ With contributions from over 70 experts, this collaboration reflects the power of local and regional expertise in shaping #InclusiveCities. #LocalAction 👉 Download the Yearbook: https://loom.ly/tzpRqiU 📖 Available in French soon!
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UN-Habitat is hosting a press conference ahead of the World Urban Forum, set to take place in Cairo, Egypt from 4-8 November 2024. Join Anacláudia Rossbach, Executive Director of UN-Habitat, and key speakers to learn more about this year’s theme: "It all starts at home: Local actions for sustainable cities and communities." 🗓️ Date: Thursday, 17th October 2024 🕛 Time: 12.00-1.00 EAT 📍 Location: Online: https://loom.ly/Bhr-3Bc #WUF12 #ItAllStartsAtHome
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"The future is urban, local, female and young." - Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda, Deputy Executive Director, UN Women Education, health, housing are fundamental human rights and yet many women and girls are still unable to access these rights. We must build inclusive cities so that everyone can live a full life without abuse or any form of violence. Join us at the World Urban Forum next month to discuss these crucial issues: 👉 https://loom.ly/7npgTPk
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🌍 UN-Habitat Executive Director Anacláudia Rossbach and the Prime Minister of Egypt hosted a press conference to spotlight how #WUF12 will drive meaningful progress toward achieving the #SDGs. Speaking from this dynamic center of urban development, she stressed: “By bringing the discussion closer to home, we aim to translate these global goals into tangible improvements in people’s lives.” Let’s move the world forward, one city at a time. 💡 #ItAllStartsAtHome
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From waste to wealth, from pollution to solution... What if your city could reduce waste to zero? Discover Vojtech Vosecky's #circulareconomy strategies to help turn this vision into a reality! Vojtech is challenging us to rethink our urban environments, from how we manage waste to how we design infrastructure - every aspect reimagined for zero waste 🚧 Is your city ready to lead the charge towards a zero-waste future? Watch the full video on our YouTube channel - and come discuss the future of cities with us at the World Urban Forum 12 Egypt next month!
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UN-Habitat Executive Director Anacláudia Rossbach, is in Cairo to drive forward preparations for the 12th session of the #WorldUrbanForum. She engaged in strategic discussions with senior officials from the Government of Egypt, including the Governor of #Cairo, to enhance coordination for the upcoming event. During her visit to the #WUF12 venue, the UN-Habitat team shared key updates on the forum's progress. Ms. Rossbach provided valuable insights, praised the team's commitment, and expressed confidence in the successful delivery of this impactful global gathering. The countdown is on. In just 19 days the global community will convene for this premier event. Register today: https://loom.ly/MLiI2Qg #ItAllStartsAtHome
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Bangkok is sinking, and fast. 40% of Thailand's capital city could be flooded by 2030 according to the World Bank, making flood resilience vital now more than ever. To help solve the city’s flooding problem, Bangkok is turning to city forests to soak up excess rainwater runoff. A key example is the 41-hectare (102-acre) Benjakitti Forest Park built on the grounds of a former tobacco factory. Filled with wetlands, ponds, and native plants, the forest is designed to retain 87 million litres (23 million gallons) of water, helping to absorb excess rainwater, reduce urban flooding and promote biodiversity 🌳 This nature-based solution is a critical example of how cities can tackle the climate crisis through local adaptation and mitigation strategies. Bangkok’s green spaces are doing more than beautifying the city - they’re protecting its future. Cities around the world must take similar steps to safeguard their communities from climate impacts. Join the conversation at #WUF12 to explore how local actions like these can drive change on a global scale. 🔗 wuf.unhabitat.org/wuf12 👉 World Urban Forum (source: https://loom.ly/oiDCB8c; image from Turenscape) #ClimateChange #ClimateResilience #ClimateAdaptation #SustainableCities
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🔮 Don't miss the Quality of Life Initiative events at #WUF12! 💫 📆 Join the us 4-8 November during Cairo Urban Week at the World Urban Forum 12 Egypt.✨ 🔭 Discover the events planned under our framework including a training session on #QualityOfLife measures led by the International Society for Quality of Life Studies, a #SpecialSession on urban health and quality of life, a high-level networking event led by the برنامج جودة الحياة | Quality of Life Program, a #OneUN event on #innovation led by United Nations Global Pulse and a One UN event that will dive into the regional dimensions of quality of life under the leadership of United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) and Regional Commissions. Finally, we will close the exciting week in Cairo with a #VoicesFromCities event led by the City of Vancouver, where you will hear feedback from 5 cities that have pioneered the Quality of Life Initiative methodology - sharing why they joined us on this journey and what they have learned.
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🌍 Cities are on the frontlines of the climate crisis, but they’re also at the heart of the solution. Through local actions and innovative solutions, cities are driving change that’s vital for our future. At #WUF12, we’re exploring how cities can lead the way toward resilient, sustainable, and just urban environments. 🔍 The dialogues are high-profile discussions led by global thought leaders, designed to set the agenda for policy and action on issues like housing, climate, and urban development. Let’s build a future that works for everyone. Join us: https://lnkd.in/dE-RsKHZ