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UN-Habitat is the UN entity responsible for sustainable urban development. We translate polices into action to create better cities and human settlements.

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UN-Habitat
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UN-Habitat’s Annual Report 2023: Local action in a time of crises is out! The Annual Report 2023 highlights the actions undertaken by UN-Habitat and its partners to support local communities. Explore our work in 2023:
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As our world rapidly urbanizes, addressing ecosystem degradation is critical. To support sustainable cities, incorporating biodiversity-friendly practices in urban planning is key. Read about how sustainable urbanization can support this: #BiodiversityDay
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Affordability is a key measure of adequate housing, and achieving it through climate smart approaches is essential for a better future for people and the planet! Read about climate-smart approaches for adequate housing.
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We must create cities that bring life to the very centre. Our very existence depends on it. Nature blooms in the air we breathe, the water we drink, the singing of birds, the green spaces that surround us, and the communities that thrive together. Source: @Greenpeace
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Cities are vulnerable to climate change but they are also key to solving it. Joy Belmonte, mayor of Quezon City and Michal Mlynár, Acting Executive Director of UN-Habitat explain why cities are the missing piece for countries to address climate change.
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🎬Lights, camera, action! Applications for the #UrbanCinema at #WUF12 are open until 30 May. Submit your film to spark conversations around the WUF12 theme #ItAllStartsAtHome 👉 Apply now!
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The Acting Executive Director of UN-Habitat @MichalMlynar concludes a productive mission at Kyiv, Ukraine. We look forward to a frutiful partnership that will ensure Ukrainian cities are more resilient and inclusive. More:
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World Urban Forum
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Cities and human settlements are key in promoting inclusive policies and fostering a sense of belonging for all. @UNHABITAT and #WUF are commemorating the #IDAHOBIT by advocating for inclusive cities. #ItAllStartsAtHome #ItAllStartsNow
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United Nations
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Human rights are for everyone —no matter who you are or whom you love. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 Friday is the International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia & Biphobia. #IDAHOBIT via UN @free_equal
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Today marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia. #IDAHOBIT UN-Habitat echoes the call for cities that embrace diversity, safety, and inclusivity. Achieving this demands the relentless advancement of inclusive policies.
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Are floating cities turning Hollywood Sci-Fi into reality? Thanks to collaborative efforts between UN-Habitat, BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group), and Oceanix, living on the water is taking shape off the coast of Busan in South Korea. Want to learn more?
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The world is at a crossroads. Leaders must rebuild trust and solidarity to take on today’s challenges and tomorrow’s emerging threats. Learn why the Summit of the Future is the key moment to put the world on a better path for #OurCommonFuture . ➡️
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Michal Mlynár
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Heartbreaking to witness the devastating effects of the war in 🇺🇦. Countless have lost their lives, & homes & fled. Pleased to launch our collaboration with the Territorial Communities of Makariv & Borodianka, esp on #UrbanRecovery . Looking forward to a fruitful partnership.
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The Acting Executive Director of UN-Habitat @MichalMlynar visits Kyiv, Ukraine, to launch partnerships and collaboration with the government and local partners. We need to support recovery efforts in Ukraine to build back better! More:
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UN-Habitat
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Only four days left to submit your nominations for the #ScrollOfHonourAward .The award celebrates initiatives for their contribution to urban development, improving the quality of urban life & adequate housing. Nominate an outstanding initiative today!
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United Nations
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“Time & again, I have witnessed the enormous impact of civil society in every corner of the world.” — @antonioguterres urges civil society organizations from across the globe to keep working with the UN to build a better future for all. #2024UNCSC
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Michal Mlynár
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Happy to see so many @UN reps involved at the #UNCSC2024 , which is a strong indication of the importance of #CSO involvement. I emphasized that by amplifying the voices of civil society & local communities across the🌏, we empower individuals & foster more inclusive governance.
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📢 With the Summit of the Future on the horizon, we're rallying the youth and allies to join forces for progress. It's time for #YouthEmpowerment to guide us towards #OurCommonFuture 💪 #ActNow ! Support the cause by signing the open letter ✍️
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Michal Mlynár
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Today, together w/ other senior UN officials, we welcomed SG @antonioguterres to the @UN complex in Gigiri, Nairobi for the UN civil society conference. His presence signifies the UN's commitment to engaging with civil society in addressing pressing global issues. #2024UNCSC
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"This dialogue between local government representatives and academia is a unique chance to bring quality of life to the front and center of development discussions." -Fernando Murillo during the #QualityOfLife session at #2024UNCSC .
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