The Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS) will participate in the World Urban Forum 13 (WUF13) in Baku, Azerbaijan. Organised by UN-Habitat, the forum will focus on the theme “Housing the world: Safe and resilient cities and communities,” bringing together governments, practitioners, researchers, and civil society to advance solutions to the housing crisis.
Theme: Housing the world
The forum highlights the urgent need to address the global housing crisis and position housing as a key driver of inclusive, resilient, and sustainable urban development. With nearly 3 billion people facing inadequate housing and over 1.1 billion living in informal settlements, WUF13 will explore integrated, context-sensitive solutions across housing systems, urban planning, climate resilience, governance, and land and tenure security.
Taking place at the midpoint of the New Urban Agenda, WUF will contribute to shaping global dialogue and inform the 2026 UN Secretary-General’s report on its implementation.
IHS events at WUF13
IHS will contribute to discussions at WUF13 by engaging with partners and stakeholders on key themes such as housing systems, inclusive urban development, and strategies for addressing informal settlements. Our participation will focus on sharing knowledge, fostering collaboration, and contributing to ongoing global dialogue on sustainable and resilient cities.
A detailed programme of IHS events and activities will be shared soon.
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