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International Union of Railways’ (UIC) Sustainability Impact Awards 2024
The UIC Sustainability Impact Awards 2024 categories recognise the range of innovation which is transforming the rail sector today. These include customer service, innovation, cities and communities, and seamless connectivity. Each category aligns with the UIC 2030 vision “Design a better Future” and connects to a number of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
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2023 S²Cities Global Convening Report now available!
The report summarises results, attendee data and insights from the 2023 Global Convening. It highlights innovative event modalities, such as Virtual Reality and provides insights guiding future convenings and online events aimed at fostering global collaboration and knowledge exchange!
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[WEBINAR REPLAY] Building on COP28 UAE Consensus: What’s next for urban leaders to drive climate emergency action
This recorded webinar will update the Daring Cities community, especially leaders, about the outcomes of UNFCCC COP28. COP28 saw several momentous outcomes for local and regional governments, including the launch of the CHAMP Initiative, recognition of multilevel partnership in the negotiated outcomes, local and regional leaders in dialogue with high level national representatives, and subnationals […]
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Enhancing the Understanding of Urban Safety Issues with Participatory Action Research in Naga City, Philippines
The local government of Naga City in Camarines Sur, Philippines is ready to address urban safety issues, but there is a lack of contextualized data to fully understand an issue as layered as safety. Safety challenges are also unique to each city and demographic, so there is a need for localized data and evidence before […]
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Join us for Earth Hour 2024!
?✨ Join us for Earth Hour this coming Saturday, 23 March 2024, from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM! ? This global campaign aims to raise awareness about climate change and inspire climate action. By collectively turning off non-essential lights for an hour and undertaking other positive actions for the planet, we help put the […]
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Enhancing youth participation in urban governance through city youth councils
The publication “Enhancing youth participation in urban governance through city youth councils” was launched by UNESCO’s Social and Human Sciences Sector on 30 November 2023 in the context of the Third Global Forum against Racism and Discrimination in São Paulo, Brazil.
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[ON DEMAND] ASEAN-EU Thematic Webinar Series for Smart and Green Cities (SGAC)
Topics for this webinar series include: Market Opportunities & Financing Models for Urban Solid Waste Management Financing Smart Urban Water and Wastewater Management Leveraging Private Sector Financing for Smart Mobility Solutions Capturing Revenue from Smart Tourism for Green Projects
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[WEBINAR] Youthful Urban Futures: Empowering the Youth Towards Safer and Sounder Cities
REGISTER HERE. Cities play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of their residents, and the inclusion of youth in urban development is crucial for fostering innovative and sustainable communities. According to the 2020 World Youth Report, young people aged 15 to 24 years old make up over 1.21-billion or 16% of the entire world’s […]
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The TAP 2024 Call for Applications is now open for climate projects looking for funding!
The TAP Call for Applications 2024 is set to open on 1 March! Join the upcoming webinar on “How to build strong applications to TAP” to learn more about this ICLEI-led initiative for subnational governments and local businesses! In this webinar, ICLEI TAP experts will explain the application process and its benefits, and what you […]
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Call for Applications: Asia Pacific Mayor’s Academy 2024 Cohort of Fellows
Calling all newly elected or appointed city mayors/governors in the Asia-Pacific region! The Asia Pacific Mayor’s Academy is now accepting Expressions of Interest for its 2024 Cohort of Fellows! Fellows will undergo capacity building to develop and implement sustainable urban solutions in their communities, in support of the New Urban Agenda and the 2030 Agenda […]
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