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A pyramid-type structure made of foam upon which people have stuck small cubes representing ideas.
Refugee voices at the summit
… community data collection process to identify the core priorities of urban refugees in Jordan. We started with a comprehensive context … with critical areas such as health, family, education and legal matters. In recognition of the evolving nature of refugees' needs, some … Urban …
Insight, 27 March 2024
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Seizing opportunities for urban change: Make Change Happen podcast episode 3
… positive change. The third episode looks at our work on inclusive urban futures. It features David Satterthwaite , who spearheaded IIED’s work on urban poverty. He is joined by senior researcher Anna Walnycki . The … relies in part on donors’ willingness to channel money where it matters: to the frontlines of urban need, where Satterthwaite says that …
Article, 04 February 2020
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Money where it matters: an emerging agenda for local finance
… During 2016, IIED explored with partners the value of local finance in urban and rural settings, comparing innovation from across climate, energy, forestry and urban services. The ‘Money where it matters’ event, on December 7–8 2016, brought together southern partners … Money where it matters: an emerging agenda for local finance …
Publication, 01 March 2017
Participants discussing the different tools and approaches to decolonise climate action and promote LLA at the 2023 D&C Days event.
Evidence and tools for locally led adaptation
… resources across the different sectors that relate to LLA, including urban resilience, nature and finance. This work will include:   Carrying … Mobilising money to where it matters …
Article, 29 August 2024
A small brick building with two steps leading to a corrugated iron door houses a pit latrine.
The case for sewers
… sanitation in cities in the global South. In 2020 only 15% of the urban population in low-income nations had sewer connections – for … There is also little complaint about having a sewer connection from urban populations in high-income nations, where 92% are connected. Many … fellow David Satterthwaite, examining different aspects of global urban change.  Simple and universal sanitation At its most basic, …
Insight, 19 November 2021
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Money where it matters: financing the Sustainable Development Goals and Paris Agreement through local finance
… IIED has been researching local finance issues in urban and rural settings, in the context of climate, energy and natural … effectively channel resources to the local level. The ‘Money where it matters’ event featured speakers from finance, research, policy and … Money where it matters: financing the Sustainable Development Goals and Paris Agreement …
Publication, 01 April 2017
Financiers, decision makers, practitioners and researchers from across the globe gathered to share lessons and their experience in channelling finance to local levels (Image: Matt Wright/IIED)
Money where it matters: how to deliver finance to the local level
… how it will get there. This was the subject of IIED's 'Money where it matters' event last week, where financiers, decision makers, … tangible impact on people's lives. We heard about federations of the urban poor in Africa, Asia and Latin America that have used community … to part with their money: "In the past 20 years, federations of the urban poor have proved themselves to be effective agents of change… They …
Insight, 15 December 2016
Aerial view of informal housing.
Data to drive informal settlement upgrading. Who generates it – and who owns it?
… fellow David Satterthwaite , examining different aspects of global urban change. Who needs what local data? For instance, to extend piped … government and international agencies – as well as NGOs working on urban water issues – want data on the quality and extent of water … from municipal provision in ‘ward x’ in ‘city y’. Local data matters In most cities, local governments and other local actors are …
Insight, 03 March 2022
Women living in informal settlements in Harare (Photo: Diana Mitlin/IIED)
Co-production in urban areas: evolving form, enduring presence
… in both government and civil society. Does co-production enhance urban development programming? Urban programming in Afghanistan, Chile, Malawi and the Philippines … highlights the significance of relationship building in post-conflict urban areas. These and other examples emphasise that co-production may …
Insight, 24 October 2018
Families living within the 'No Dwelling Zone' in Guiuan in the Philippines one year after super Typhoon Haiyan (Photo: Victoria Maynard)
Urban planning after crisis: lessons from Southeast Asia
… works partially in cities because what makes people vulnerable in urban areas is both their household status and their reliance on … assistance through cash or voucher programmes. Local government matters Deciding which targeting approach is the most appropriate … and policies .  That means working with local governments. For them, urban planning in the short and long term is critical – for both …
Insight, 10 November 2016