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🌍 Connecting Urban Regeneration with SDG Localization 🌱 At our recent event "Urban Regeneration for Localizing the Sustainable Development Goals" at #WUF12, we tackled the urgent need to align sustainable urban regeneration with SDG localization efforts. The discussions were a powerful reminder of how integrated regeneration strategies can address pressing global challenges like inequality, housing shortages, climate impacts, and limited local resources. Through a keynote presentation and a dynamic roundtable, stakeholders from diverse sectors—national and local governments, funding institutions, and researchers—shared innovative practices and financing strategies that advance over 15 SDGs and 45 targets. Key takeaways included: ✅ Urban regeneration as a catalyst for social, environmental, and economic transformation. ✅ The critical role of partnerships, knowledge exchange, and thematic research in guiding inclusive and resilient development. ✅ Practical approaches to ensure urban regeneration addresses local needs while achieving global goals. UN-Habitat SDG Localization United Nations Joint SDG Fund Tampereen kaupunki - City of Tampere #UrbanRegeneration #Sustainability #SDGs #InclusiveDevelopment #PartnershipsForTheGoals

🌍 Exploring the Future of Sustainable Tourism at WUF12 🌟 At the World Urban Forum 12, the session "Moving from Mass to Sustainable Tourism: A Step Closer to Achieving Green Resilient Cities" brought together experts and stakeholders to spotlight sustainable tourism as a catalyst for urban transformation. Key takeaways included: ✅ The role of sustainable tourism in creating eco-friendly cities, attracting investments, and improving residents' quality of life. ✅ Preserving ecosystems, cultural heritage, and supporting local communities through sustainable practices. ✅ Inspiring case studies, like Dahab city in Egypt, demonstrating how sustainable tourism can be seamlessly integrated into urban planning. With a focus on innovative solutions, cross-sector partnerships, and policy frameworks, the session underscored the global potential of sustainable tourism, particularly in the MENA region, to align with SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. A big thank you to UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) Egypt, the General Organization for Physical Planning, and the Tourism Development Authority for driving this vital conversation. 🌿 UN Tourism #WUF12 #SustainableTourism #UrbanDevelopment #GreenCities #SDG11

🌍 Creating Inclusive Communities Through Urban Regeneration at #WUF12 🏘️ How can urban regeneration bridge spatial inequalities and deliver adequate housing for all? This was the key question explored during the UN-Habitat Arena event "Inclusive Communities: Delivering Adequate Housing for All Through Urban Regeneration" at #WUF12. The session highlighted the transformative potential of inclusive and integrative regeneration processes in addressing housing challenges, promoting socio-economic diversity, and protecting climate goals. The discussion showcased solutions for creating inclusive neighborhoods, inclusive of innovative land policies and strong partnerships across sectors. 🔑 Key Takeaways: ✅ People-first regeneration: Prioritize residents' rights to stay, thrive, and shape their communities. ✅ Climate-conscious solutions: Retrofitting and repurposing housing are critical to reducing emissions and future-proofing cities. ✅ Proactive investment: Address the root causes of decay to reduce the need for large-scale interventions. The event concluded with a dynamic Q&A on advancing collaboration for equitable housing🌟 Watch the full session here: https://lnkd.in/ecAXEReX UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) Urban Planning & Development Authority Ayuntamiento de Madrid Reall The World Bank Javier Torner Mariana Saraiva M P Cathy Lynch José Luis Martínez-Almeida Navasqüés Alessandra d'Avila Vieira Mewahib Mohamed Robert Lewis-Lettington #WUF12 #UrbanRegeneration #AdequateHousing #InclusiveCommunities #SustainableCities

🌍 The Legacy of Mega Events 🌍 At #WUF12, the discussion on the legacy of mega events hosted by UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) brought a renewed focus on how these large-scale gatherings can serve as pivotal moments for cities to advance sustainable, inclusive development. Here are the key takeaways: 🏘️ Housing - Leverage mega events to address informal settlements and housing shortages. - Prioritize affordable housing upgrades using sustainable materials. - Ensure housing infrastructure benefits local communities beyond the event. 🌱 Climate Action - Implement low-carbon, resource-efficient infrastructure for mega events. - Integrate clean energy solutions and circular economy principles. - Position cities as climate resilience innovators through global collaboration. 🏙️ Urban Planning - Align event preparations with long-term urban development goals. - Upgrade public spaces, transport systems, and mixed-use venues for lasting use. - Embed community input and sustainable practices in planning processes. 🌟 A Call to Action By prioritizing legacy over short-term gains, mega events can transform cities into models of sustainability and inclusivity, addressing pressing challenges while fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders. Whether through housing, climate action, or urban planning, the potential of these events to create lasting impacts is undeniable. Watch the full session here: https://lnkd.in/eMMx6phi How can cities better harness the power of mega events to drive positive change? Share your thoughts with us! Faisal bin Ayyaf فيصل بن عياف M P Anacláudia Rossbach Achraf Ibrahim Nadia Verjee Siegfried Zhiqiang WU Laban-Cliff Onserio Gérard Wolf Ollie Dudfield Dyan Currie AM Erin Bromaghim Marie Barsacq Beaudou Javier Torner Mohamed Magdi Hagras Mariana Saraiva M P #WUF12 #MegaEvents #SustainableCities #UrbanTransformation #HousingSolutions #ClimateAction #UrbanPlanning

Apply now and don’t miss the chance to join the new ITCILO and UN Habitat course Decent Work and Spatial Planning 🌍 In this 5-week course, we will exploring the linkages between spatial planning and decent work, focusing on how to design inclusive cities that create job opportunities and enhance the quality of life.  With insights from international experts and case studies from around the world, this course is designed to empower you to shape resilient, inclusive urban environments that provide decent work opportunities for all. 🗓️ Course Dates: 25 November – 27 December  📍 Format: Online  🔗 Application deadline: 22th November, Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dKcgmCFw  Learn more: https://lnkd.in/de-yEFYd #DecentWork #ITCILO #UrbanPlanning #SustainableCities

🌿 Urban Regeneration for Green and Resilient Neighborhoods 🌍 Urban regeneration holds immense potential to create greener, more resilient, and inclusive cities. On November 21, join UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) and Università Bocconi for an essential discussion on leveraging urban regeneration as a catalyst for restoring natural systems, enhancing green public spaces, and driving just climate adaptation. 🔎 Through case studies and insights from around the world, we will explore how nature-based urban regeneration can: ✅ Restore ecosystems within cities ✅ Create vibrant, high-quality public green spaces for all residents ✅ Reduce spatial inequalities  ✅ Foster urban resilience in the face of climate change 🗓️ When: November 21 | 17:30–18:30 📍 Where: Multilevel Action & Urbanization Pavilion (Blue Zone, Area E, Pavilion I15) #UrbanRegeneration #ClimateAction #Nature Edoardo Croci Benedetta Lucchitta Steffi Schüppel Dunja Kovariári-Binggeli Regina Orvananos Esther An Mariana Saraiva M P International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA) sa_partners Kounkuey Design Initiative UN-Habitat Urban Lab

🌍✨ Inclusive and Participatory Approaches for Healthy Cities in the Face of Climate Change Join us at the 20th session of the #InternationalConferenceOnUrbanHealth to explore how urban regeneration can transform our cities into healthy, resilient spaces equipped to tackle climate challenges. 🏙️🌿 📅 Date: 19 November 2024 (Tuesday) ⏰ Time: 10:30 - 11:30 GMT+01 📍 Location: 02 Rabat Hall UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) Agence Nationale Pour la Rénovation Urbaine et la Réhabilitation des Batiments Menaçant Ruine ANRUR Agadir city #UrbanRegeneration #ClimateChange #UrbanPlanning

🌍 Applications are now open for the Decent Work and Spatial Planning course! 🌍 Unlock the power of spatial planning to drive fair job opportunities, inclusive growth, and sustainable communities in this 5-week online course by ITCILO, developed with ILO and UN-Habitat. 🤝 Dive into the intersection of labour market strategies and urban planning, learning from global experts and building connections with peers worldwide. 💼 Ideal for policymakers, researchers, academics, government officials, and urban planners eager to shape inclusive cities! 🗓️ Course Dates: 25 November – 27 December 📍 Format: Online 📅 Apply by: 18 November 🔗 More information: https://lnkd.in/gXr5nRBT #UrbanRegeneration #DecentWork #SustainableCities #SpatialPlanning #InclusiveGrowth

🌍 #COP29 has begun and today’s event highlights the pivotal role of #UrbanRegeneration in driving sustainable energy models and fostering climate resilience in our cities! 🌆✨ We invite you to explore with us transformative policies and strategies for #LandUse, #BuiltHeritage preservation, #Mobility, #GreenInfrastructure, and #EnergySystems that together empower cities to meet climate challenges head-on. This is more than a conversation—it’s a step towards creating climate-neutral and resilient urban spaces for future generations. 🌱💡 #SustainableCities #ClimateAction