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Digital Governance and Smart Service Delivery

e-government platforms are transforming citizen-government interactions.

Closing the Digital Divide

An interview with citizen participation expert Adrià Duarte (UCLG), exploring how cities can use digital tools to strengthen local democracy, and put human rights at the centre of digital transformation.

Digital Inclusion in Almaty

A comprehensive initiative aligning digital governance with human rights protection and the 2030 Agenda.

The Gender Snapshot 2025

UN report reveals Gender equality at a Crossroads

Women at the Table

Elevates human dignity, gender equality and eradicates bias

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Lawrence-Allen Revitalization Plan
Toronto, Canada

Lawrence-Allen Revitalization Plan

The highly participatory approach and its continuous integration of different city departments are outstanding features of this plan
Docharkheh app
Tehran, Iran

Docharkheh app

An interactive app to encourage cycling and care for the environment
Design, Construction and Operation of Persian Gulf Martyrs’ Artificial Lake
Tehran, Iran

Design, Construction and Operation of Persian Gulf Martyrs’ Artificial Lake

The Persian Gulf Lake provides a new social and recreational area for the residents of Tehran, as well as for international visitors.
Innovative Service in Difficult Environment for Recycler Artisan
Douala, Cameroon

Innovative Service in Difficult Environment for Recycler Artisan

The program increases economic viability, enhances social relevance and guarantees environmental sustainability
Rio Capital Energy Program
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Rio Capital Energy Program

To mobilize support for and commission projects ensuring sustainable development in the energy sector.
La Ciguë
Geneva, Switzerland

La Ciguë

The largest self-managed student housing cooperative in the world

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Alain Jorda
Barcelona (área metropolitana), Spain

Alain Jorda

Individual | Local Development Expert
Sabina Dimitriu
Bucharest, Romania

Sabina Dimitriu

Individual | Urban Development Expert
Michael Bell
Cape Town, South Africa

Michael Bell

Individual | Founder
Camargo Raphael
São Paulo, Brazil

Camargo Raphael

Individual | International Cooperation Advisor
Kenny Javier Cayama Perez
Caracas, Venezuela

Kenny Javier Cayama Perez

Individual | Urbanista
Wendy Wendy Phahlane
Gauteng , South Africa

Wendy Wendy Phahlane

Individual | Biotechnologist