UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme)

Hunger is unacceptable. With Brazilian leadership, the G20 launched a Global Alliance to eradicate hunger and poverty by 2030, a historic movement to end hunger worldwide. With the support of G20 countries, partner nations, and other organizations, the initiative encourages joint efforts to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). You can check the details at https://lnkd.in/ds7rAzm4 _ A fome n?o é aceitável. Com lideran?a brasileira, o G20 lan?ou uma Alian?a Global para erradicar a fome e a pobreza até 2030, um movimento histórico para acabar com a fome no mundo. Com o apoio de países do grupo, nacos parceiras e outras organiza??es, a iniciativa incentiva o trabalho conjunto para alcan?ar os Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável (ODS) da ONU. é possível conferir os detalhes em https://lnkd.in/ds7rAzm4 _ ?El hambre no es aceptable. Con el liderazgo de Brasil, el G20 lanzó una Alianza Global para erradicar el hambre y la pobreza para 2030, un movimiento histórico para acabar con el hambre en el mundo. Con el apoyo de los países del grupo, naciones socias y otras organizaciones, la iniciativa fomenta el trabajo conjunto para alcanzar los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS) de la ONU. Puedes consultar los detalles en https://lnkd.in/ds7rAzm4 #g20brasil #g20brazil #g20brazil2024

Floods caused over 75% of Africa’s disaster displacements between 2009-2023. The number of internal displacements triggered by weather disasters has almost MULTIPLIED BY 6 on the continent over the past 15 years, rising from 1.1 million in 2009 to 6.3 million in 2023. African countries lose an average of 2 to 5% of their gross domestic product (GDP) managing climate extremes, and many reallocate up to 9% of their budget for this purpose, according to the World Meteorological Organization. Cities are one of the key frontlines of the climate crisis, and more finance must be unlocked to help them adapt to increasingly extreme, ever changing weather patterns. In the absence of adequate measures, up to 118 million extremely poor people could be exposed to drought, floods, and extreme heat in Africa by 2030. Source/map: IDMC (Internal Displacement Monitoring Center)

Looking for innovative ways to build an inclusive community? Learn how Braga, Portugal, is setting the gold standard for welcoming immigrants and transforming lives ????? From comprehensive immigrant integration plans to innovative entrepreneurship programs for newcomers, Braga is redefining what it means to build a diverse and inclusive community. Whether it’s supporting refugees fleeing conflict or empowering immigrant entrepreneurs, this city is showing us all how inclusion leads to prosperity. ?? In our exclusive interview with Mayor Ricardo Rio, we dive deep into Braga’s strategies for: ? Integrating immigrant communities ? Supporting families and seniors ? Tackling challenges like climate change ? Curious about how they do it? Learn how Braga is redefining inclusivity and quality of life in Europe: https://loom.ly/KTI3pfo

Secure land rights protect women from economic dependency and exploitation, key contributors to gender-based violence. UN-Habitat’s advocacy for gender-equal housing, land, and property rights empowers women to lead resilient communities. During #16Days of Activism campaign, let’s remember: equality begins with access. By ensuring women have secure tenure, we address the root causes of gender-based violence and promote stability and safety in urban and rural areas alike. ?? Advocate for women's land rights. Together, we can empower communities. https://loom.ly/qDSwsQA #16DaysOfActivism #WomenAndLand #End

It's not just climate change. It's also that (traditional) urbanization and the straightening of rivers have been a disaster - for us and for nature. Wetlands and floodplains naturally flood throughout the year and are an amazing way of taming excess water flows. But our cities have lost that natural barrier. It's time to welcome nature back into our cities. Nothing can do a better job of protecting us against increasingly extreme weather events - all whilst improving the quality of our air, water and soil.

Creating cities that are safe for women is a vital step in combating Gender-Based Violence (GBV). Through initiatives like participatory slum upgrading, UN-Habitat has provided children and women with safer public spaces. These efforts reduce risks of harassment and violence, enabling women and girls to move freely and thrive in their communities. During #16Days of Activism Against GBV, we call on urban planners, policymakers, and communities to prioritize gender-sensitive safety measures in public spaces. Let’s work together to eliminate violence and promote inclusion in urban areas. ?? Together, we can create cities free from fear. https://loom.ly/z5F092E #16DaysOfActivism #UrbanSafety #EndGBV

With #COP29 behind us, we’re turning the page and ensuring that cities remain at the forefront of the fight against climate change. Here’s how: 1?? At the heart of this year’s achievements was the signing of the Baku #ContinuityCoalition—a commitment to ensure the urban climate agenda doesn’t get lost between COPs. In collaboration with the Presidencies of COP27 through COP30, we are committed to ensuring that urban resilience and climate adaptation remain central to future COP discussions and that cities, countries, and climate finance continue to be prioritized. 2?? UN-Habitat also supported the COP29 Presidency with the Multisectoral Actions Pathways (#MAP) to Resilient and Healthy Cities Declaration, highlighting the importance of existing work done in cities while drawing attention to additional climate solutions. 3?? 2024-2025 will also see lots of momentum around #SURGe, including a platform to foster partnerships, share knowledge, and provide tools for localized climate action. Watch this space! All of the above was emphasized at the Ministerial Meeting(s) on Urbanization and Climate Change, which brought together over 1,000 participants across the Meetings, including around 100 national government delegates in the rooms and 50 ministers speaking. Across many speakers, the message was clear: cities must be at the core of national climate plans (NDCs). As countries review and revise their climate plans, UN-Habitat is working with countries to bring urban priorities - and the resources to achieve them - into focus. This work isn’t possible without collaboration and partnership - a big thank you to all our partners including:?State Committee on Urban Planning and Architecture of the Republic of Azerbaijan, UN Environment Programme, UNDP, United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), United Nations University - Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS), UNESCAP, United Nations Economic Commission for Europe, the World Meteorological Organization, Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change and Bloomberg Philanthropies.

Let’s protect women who speak out on gender-based violence. Stand up for those who raise their voices. Advocate for policies that protect all women and girls, especially those most at risk. #16Days #NoExcuse ??Learn more about this year's campaign: https://loom.ly/e8z6COs

#16Days of activism against gender-based violence start today, on 25 November. There is #NoExcuse for gender-based violence. Not now. Not ever. ?? Let's UNITE to end violence against women. Learn more about this year's campaign: https://loom.ly/-t2pF5w

As #COP29 in Baku is approaching the finishing line, UN-Habitat is building on the momentum to champion urban climate solutions. This year’s conference reaffirmed the critical role of cities in addressing the climate crisis, as they generate 70% of global CO? emissions and house over half the world’s population. Cities must remain central to the global climate agenda. During #COP29, the Ministerial Meeting on Urbanization and Climate Action brought together global leaders to reinforce collaboration, innovation, and integrated strategies. Key discussions focused on affordable housing, clean energy, and biodiversity conservation. Looking ahead to #COP30 in Belém, Brazil, UN-Habitat is driving action in three key areas: ?? Climate Finance: With just 5% of global climate finance reaching cities, unlocking funds for urban resilience is vital. ?? Governance: Strengthening collaboration between governments, local authorities, and communities to ensure effective solutions. ??Multilevel Climate Action: UN-Habitat is advancing local climate action, with the SURGe initiative playing a key role in this effort. UN-Habitat calls on governments, businesses, and civil society to act with urgency. Together, we can transform cities into inclusive, sustainable, and resilient hubs for the future. #UrbanResilience #ClimateAction #SustainableCities #COP30