International Society for Urban Health (ISUH)

It's #UrbanOctober! Are you committed to creating a better #urban future for all? Then join us at our upcoming 20th International Conference on Urban Health #ICUH24 taking place in Marrakesh, Morocco on November 18-21! Together with hundreds of experts, researchers, advocates and leaders from around the world, we will be exploring "A Healthier Horizon: Activating #Urban #Health Strategies for a #Climate Resilient Tomorrow." Check out our exciting program including inspiring plenary sessions; dynamic workshops and panels; a special "Urban Health in Practice: Shaping the Changemakers of Tomorrow" intensive course; a unique half day excursion and many fun site visits and tours! Please note that most of our side events and tours have limite capacity, don't wait to sign up! Check out our preliminary program: icuh2024.org/agenda Discover our featured plenary speakers: https://lnkd.in/eVTd45Ch Register for the conference: icuh2024.org/registration Many thanks to our amazing local, regional and global partners for their commitment and support: World Health Organization, UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme), Ministère de la Santé et de la Protection Sociale - Maroc, Université Mohammed VI des Sciences et de la Santé - UM6SS, High Atlas Foundation, Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), City of Johannesburg, Ville de Dakar, UCLG Africa, Youth For Climate Morocco, Centre on African Public Spaces, Break the Cycle of Health Disparities, Inc. We can't wait to welcome you in Marrakesh next month! #UrbanHealth #ClimateAction

We've got news! The ABSTRACT BOOK from ICUH 2024 in Marrakesh is here! We are extremely proud to share with you this fantastic resource. You can now explore the groundbreaking research and innovative ideas exchanged during our conference week last November in Morocco. Don't wait, click the link below and dive into the latest insights in the fields of #UrbanHealth and #ClimateAction Full abstract book available for download at: bit.ly/40K1e83 #ICUH24

How can #health be better integrated into #urban planning? Our Executive Director, Giselle Sebag, MPH, LEED AP ND, co-authored a new article titled "Healthy Cities: A Visual Conceptual Framework for Moving Health Knowledge into Urban Planning Practice" featured in Cities & Health, introducing a visual conceptual framework to bridge the gap between public health and urban #design. The study identifies key drivers for moving health knowledge into urban planning practice: - Collaboration across sectors and with local #communities. - Tailored knowledge, guidance, and implementation for local contexts. - A centralized “control center” for training, evaluation, and coordination. This framework empowers urban practitioners and policymakers to design healthier, more inclusive #cities. Thank you to co-authors, Gabriela Callejas and Pere Vall-Casas. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gm4d8zGA #UrbanHealth

Funding opportunity alert! The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's Learn More Breathe Better® program has issued an RFP for COPD Education & Awareness Programs: Community-based organizations across the U.S. are invited to submit proposals to increase COPD awareness and promote actions to reduce its burden. Key dates: - Letters of intent deadline: January 21 by 3PM ET - Proposal submission deadline: February 11 by 3PM ET Special consideration will be given to innovative programs serving #communities with the highest #COPD prevalence and disease burden. To learn more, visit: https://lnkd.in/gbJHCCxU

We’re excited to share this great opportunity to join a virtual event featuring our brilliant friend, Professor Carlos Moreno, the visionary behind the groundbreaking “15-Minute City” concept. Discover how innovative #urban planning can create more #sustainable, inclusive and livable #cities. This is a unique chance to hear from one of the leading voices shaping the future of urban environments. When: Wednesday, January 22 at 12:00PM CET Where: https://lnkd.in/eTmp4hDw This event is organized by Fondation Jacques Rougerie - Académie des beaux-arts, a leader in fostering #innovation for sustainable development. Don’t miss out! #UrbanHealth #ClimateAction #15MinuteCity

Want to deepen your knowledge around #climate action and public #health? Don't miss this great learning opportunity and sign up now for this upcoming webinar on "Climate Action and Health Co-Benefits"! Drawing on insights from the Pathfinder Initiative and the The Lancet Group Pathfinder Commission report, the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, U. of London and CDP are hosting a transformative webinar exploring how climate action can drive better urban public health outcomes When: February 4 7:30AM GMT or 3:30PM GMT Key topics include: - Leveraging climate action to improve urban health and wellbeing - Inspiring case studies of #cities delivering health and climate benefits - LSHTM’s analysis of CDP Cities Disclosure data - Tools to enhance health co-benefit measurement and reporting Join us to learn practical strategies for creating healthier, net-zero communities! Register here (depending on your preferred session): https://ow.ly/7IyY50UB8JM https://ow.ly/QiAT50UB8Me Let’s shape a more sustainable, resilient future together! #ClimateAction #PublicHealth #UrbanHealth

Dengue is surging to record-breaking levels, with over 12 million cases reported in 2024 — a stark reminder of the intertwined challenges of #urbanization, #climate change and public #health. We are thrilled to be working alongside Takeda, Asia Dengue Voice & Action (ADVA) Group, Duke-NUS Medical School, FIND, International Society For Neglected Tropical Diseases (ISNTD), Malaria No More, MSD, Sabin Vaccine Institute, Vista Health Pte Ltd and the World Mosquito Program (WMP) to advance the Collective Action on Dengue initiative — launched in 2023 at COP28 UAE. Together with 30 other global stakeholders, we are working to engage #communities, build #resilience and drive impactful change. We deeply value the opportunity to collaborate and drive innovation in this critical space. Stay tuned for updates on our progress!

Are you dedicated to building stronger support systems for young children, their caregivers and #communities worldwide? Join us for Van Leer Foundation's Early Childhood Matters 2025 Launch Event featuring 34 inspiring contributions from experts across fields like neuroscience, #urban planning, and cultural studies. Together, we’ll explore bold solutions to create a more caring society. When: 28 January 2025 | 3:00pm CET Let’s build villages of support for caregivers and their children. Register now: https://lnkd.in/dWQBx-i4 #UrbanHealth #EarlyChildhood

Exciting Opportunity for Early Career Researchers in #UrbanHealth! We're thrilled to kick off the year with this first opportunity of 2025: The Global Centre on Healthcare & Urbanisation, Kellogg College, University of Oxford is looking to fill up three Visiting Global Research Associate positions to foster international collaborations in areas like sustainable urban development and evidence-based healthcare. Deadline: 19th January 2025 This opportunity is open to Early Career Researchers with flexibility for career breaks. GCHU particularly welcomes applicants from Latin America, Africa, and Asia. For details on how to apply, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e-fcNiBa Join us in advancing urban health research globally!

In 1988, a coalition of Asian activists enlisted the help of a Buddhist Monk, Supreme Judge of India, Chairperson of Habitat International, and an MP from England to lead a fact-finding mission about evictions in Seoul, Korea — to publicize the practice of clearing away unsightly settlements before Olympic games. Somsook Boonyabancha tells the story of this inspired and remarkable effort — and how it led to the founding of the asian coalition for housing rights. This video is part of the ISUH Accelerating City Equity project. Search - ISUH ACE Stories from the Field – and look for Master Class 1 to find more videos featuring Boonyabancha and her work. (Video by Camilla Calamandrei)  #ACE4Equity #urbanplanning #healthyhousing #equity #housingrights https://lnkd.in/d6WRHkQw