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A corridor in Kisenyi, with a semi-permanent hostel and a permanent structure.
Driving change for Kampala’s urban refugee population
… move from the designated refugee settlements into Uganda’s cities and urban areas, including Kampala. While a majority settled in the … inequalities Having visited Kisenyi many times, I have observed that urban refugees there are a distinctive population. Their lifestyles and … continues to be a major challenge to communities and authorities in urban cities. Refugee forums: bridging the gap The considerable …
Insight, 31 October 2024
People walk on a muddy path between metal huts on either side of the 'road'. In the foreground a door to a building is open and written on it is 'Capto Inn Hotel'.
But, for now, I think I am okay: realities for LGBTQI+ refugees in Nairobi
… follows the lives of five LGBTQI+ refugees navigating the everyday urban landscape in Nairobi, Kenya to uncover the barriers that LGBTQI+ … on the themes raised and discuss what an inclusive, rights-based urban response to LGBTQI+ displacement could look like. More about the … and asylum seekers to guide the viewer through their everyday urban landscapes. The result is a deeply grounded, place-based portrait …
Event, 03 July 2025
A woman sits in the courtyard of a building, washing clothes in a small bowl.
Risks to health in informal settlements
… acute risks to their health and wellbeing.  Beginning at birth, these urban health inequalities are often reproduced over a lifetime and may … academic and policy research including in The Lancet , the Journal of Urban Health , and Environment and Urbanization .  We have repeatedly … communities, governments can create interventions to ensure that urban centres fulfil their enormous potential for health.  To help …
Article, 09 June 2022
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The urbanization of humanitarian crises
… their homes. These displaced people increasingly live in established urban areas rather than more traditional camp settings. Humanitarian … actors have struggled to engage with the complexities of the urban context, and what these imply for effective crisis response. … groups, institutions and systems within cities. At the same time, urban settings can offer opportunities for effective responses that draw …
Publication, 01 October 2017
A vegetable seller with a food truck peels a cucumber
Urban poor community voices take to the stage at the World Urban Forum
… Taking place every two years, the World Urban Forum (WUF) brings together a host of actors – development … united by a common goal – to push forward implementation of the ' new urban agenda ', the UN's 20-year roadmap for achieving sustainable urban development. Cities can bring unparalleled opportunity and …
Insight, 19 February 2020
Group of people gathered for a protest in Sao Paulo, hoping a big sign that reads 'Despejo Zero'.
Strengthening knowledge systems for housing justice: lessons from civil society coalitions against evictions
Project, 22 July 2025
A road full of congested traffic.
IIED and partner events at the World Urban Forum (WUF10)
… Organised and convened by UN-Habitat, the World Urban Forum is the foremost international gathering for exchanging views … of society approach Date:  Sunday, 9 February 2020  Venue: World Urban Forum – Hall 2, Room 3  Hosted by: IMPACT Initiatives/Global Alliance for Urban Crises Speakers: Filiep Decorte (moderator), UN-Habitat; Soham El …
Event, 08 February 2020
A motorbike rides through a flooded road. A woman tries to cross the road from the left hand side pavement.
IPCC report signposts pathways to climate-resilient future for cities
… also outline pathways for a climate-resilient future and recognises urban contexts as a crucial battleground in the fight against climate … fellow David Satterthwaite , examining different aspects of global urban change. What does the report say about climate impacts in cities? … impacting human health, livelihoods and key infrastructure in urban settings. They underline how cities face multiple associated …
Insight, 09 March 2022
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Creatively queer: a creative writing guidebook for anyone working, advocating or agitating in sustainable development
… Urban …
Publication, 03 June 2024
Representatives of Indonesia communities discussed ways to improve urban conditions at the third Urban Social Forum (Photo: Fabrizio Salvatori)
Indonesian civil society discusses its urban future
… cities they're likely thinking of a convention of civil engineers, or urban planners, or mayors; but in December 2015 a very different kind of … academics, students, and volunteer groups came together for the third Urban Social Forum. This annual event draws people from cities all over Indonesia who are seeking ways to improve urban conditions and create a better urban future. This is particularly …
Insight, 21 January 2016