BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 19. The 13th session of
the World Urban Forum (WUF13) is hosting a dialogue on the theme
"The Global Housing Crisis: What's the Plan?", Trend reports.
The aim of this dialogue is to stimulate the development of
effective strategies and collaborative frameworks among
stakeholders to address complex global housing and urbanization
challenges, with a particular focus on equity, sustainability, and
resilience.
The participants will learn about the practical changes needed
to improve housing conditions, drawing on actionable insights,
including how public policy, financing, design, and local community
efforts can align to address housing shortages.
WUF13 is taking place in Baku from May 17 to 22 within the
framework of cooperation between the UN-Habitat program and the
Government of Azerbaijan.
The event's program brings together various stakeholders and
representatives of like-minded groups to discuss one of the most
pressing global challenges – the issue of housing provision.
Dedicated to the theme "Housing the World: Safe and Resilient
Cities and Communities," WUF13 gathers national governments from
around the world, as well as communities, professionals, and
partners to exchange views, shape policy approaches, and accelerate
action toward solutions in sustainable urban development.
The program provides an opportunity for high-level discussions
through practical, solution-oriented platforms and interactive
meeting formats, ensuring that global policy is anchored in local
experience.
Will be updated!
