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Campaigning for sustainable cities

May 21, 2018

We are launching a new project funded by the European Union: Build Solid Ground. It will inspire city authorities, governments and citizens to work together to build sustainable and inclusive cities.

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Cities for everyone

Cities are being transformed by digital technologies, smart applications, robots or driverless cars. But can smart technology also tackle mass urbanization and overcrowding?

Discussion about urban development

On 23 May 2018, at the panel discussion Urban Development - Building Cities for All, we will talk about the impact of mass urbanization on cities, the importance of intelligent urban planning and innovative housing solutions.

Time for participation

Interview with MEP Jan Olbrycht about cities today. Can cities cooperate with each other across continents? Will cultural differences allow it?

International conference in Sofia

On 28-29 May 2018, the international conference Sustainable Cities – New Challenges and Opportunities for Municipalities will bring together municipalities, architects and urban planners from Bulgaria, Europe and Africa.

European Development Days

At our panel discussion, on 6 June 2018, we will discuss what barriers women face when it comes to land and property ownership. More attention and resources are needed to help them break the cycle of poverty.

photo: panel discussion: Urban Development - Building Cities for All

Made by people

Good urban planning can reflect all - the citizens needs, interests of all partners and national policy goals. Cities’ growth should not be a random thing, but a well-planned process that ensures equal opportunities and decent housing for all.

photo: Mathabo Makuta at panel discussion about Urban Development

About African cities

According to Mathabo Makuta, the international aid for Africa is mainly targeting rural areas. Since a growing number of people are migrating to cities, we should shift our focus onto the urban issues.