Urban-rural Linkages: Guiding Principles 2019 The goal of these Guiding Principles is to inform pragmatic strategies and propose a Framework for Action to build an enabling environment for more inclusive and functional urban-rural linkages. The principles are flexible and can be applied by all levels of stakeholders at all scales. While the principles are designed for universal application, there are distinct roles and actions appropriate for national or local governments, civil society, the private sector and international organizations.
A/74/8 : Report of the United Nations Habitat Assembly of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme – First session, 27-31 May 2019 2019 A full account of the proceedings of the United Nations Habitat Assembly on the work of its first session, containing, among other things, chapters on the discussions under each agenda item, is being circulated as document.
Multi-Actor dialogue on inclusive urban renewal and co-production of housing in central and western Africa 2019 The dialogue brought together multiple stakeholders from West and Central Africa to discuss on Urban renewal and co-production of housing in these regions. This dialogue was convened from 23rd to 24th of May 2019 in the United Nations Complex, Nairobi, Kenya. It brought together about 35 participants representing different organisations, governments and NGOs like UN Habitat, African Union, Islamic Development Bank, Africa Investment Bank, Shelter Afrique, Government of Guinea, CTE Design, NextGen Real Estate, Centrum among others.
Dammam City Profile 2019 The City Profile Report brings together diagnostic urban analysis and aligns that analysis with the UN-Habitat sustainable development framework to achieve the Saudi Vision 2030, NUA and SDGs. This tool helps in understanding the current while guiding the future planning of the city, whilst defining a clear strategy for sustainable development. This tool considers spatial planning in relation to legal aspects and Municipal and Local economy mechanisms.
CPI PROFILE Taif 2019 Under the FSCP, UN-HABITAT, MOMRA, Municipality and its Local Urban Observatory has been working on developing urban statistic and spatial information (Geographic Information System) to provide relevant urban information that strongly supports decision-making process on urban development and urban planning in the city. This CPI Profile Report is a brief overview of the basic information and data about the City
The Sustainable Cities and Communities Consultation in Brazil 2019 The Sustainable Cities and Communities Consultation demonstrates an innovative way to engage citizens, create awareness of sustainable city policies and the Agenda 2030, in addition to facilitating monitoring and gathering of data to support a dialogue with local governments. The report presents the results of the first phase of implementation of the consultation in Brazil.
Participatory Slum Upgrading Programme December 2019 Newsletter 2019 The Participatory Slum Upgrading Programme shares the last events and achievements through this newsletter. Here are a few updates, lastest news and stories.
Laying the Foundations for Transformative Urban Interventions in Emerging Economies 2019 This report highlights the core contributions of the Strategic Development Phase of The Global Future Cities Programme, headed by lead agency UN-Habitat, to explain the process and tools used, illustrate its value as a foundation for guiding intervention development, and to help enhance the potential for impact beyond the programme. The report additionally shares recommendations for similar initiatives that aim to promote sustainable urban development, as well as ways to support the ambitions of the Programme’s Implementation Phase.

The Global Future Cities Programme is a specific component of the UK’s cross-government Prosperity Fund that aims to carry out targeted urban interventions to encourage sustainable development and increase prosperity while alleviating high levels of urban poverty in 19 cities in 10 emerging economies. The Programme supports the development of strategic interventions in the main areas of urban planning, transport, and resilience, while addressing an emphasis on evidence-based decision making and the application of smart technologies. By investing in urban interventions with a transformative potential, the Programme also aims to strengthen the enabling environment for urbanisation that aligns with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Urban Law Day - London 2019 2019 The Institute of Advanced Legal Studies and UN-Habitat facilitate the organisation of an Urban Law Day every year which is a specialised forum that brings together a multidisciplinary circle of academics and practitioners interested in urban legislation, including planners, architects, policy makers, economists, urbanists, and lawyers.
The purpose of the Urban Law Day is to facilitate discussion, the exchange of views, networking, and the presentation of new research findings or emerging issues.
The sixth Urban Law Day was held on 12 July 2019 at the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (University of London), addressing emerging challenges related to smart cities and practical solutions for overcoming them.
Taif City Profile 2019 The City Profile Report brings together diagnostic urban analysis and aligns that analysis with the UN-Habitat sustainable development framework to achieve the Saudi Vision 2030, NUA and SDGs. This tool helps in understanding the current while guiding the future planning of the city, whilst defining a clear strategy for sustainable development. This tool considers spatial planning in relation to legal aspects and Municipal and Local economy mechanisms.