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Posted on Tuesday, April 3rd, 2018
Good urbanisation creates opportunities for countries, allowing them to improve their economic performance, foster social inclusiveness, and encourage environmentally sustainable growth patterns. On the other hand, poorly managed urbanisation... Read more
The world’s population is increasingly urban; urban areas are increasingly recognised as being susceptible to the impacts
of disasters and climate change; and a high proportion of urban residents are children. Yet despite the growing acceptance
of each of these realities, relatively little research, policy, or practical attention has been paid to how each interacts with
the other. Consequently... Read more
Towns and cities are increasingly important places for tackling gender inequalities. This book highlights some of the key gender issues we face in the context of rapid urbanisation in the developing world. It also provides an overview of UN-HABITAT’s work in promoting gender equality in all its activities and programmes. Creating equal opportunities and protecting rights for both women and men... Read more