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Antananarivo, 3 Apr 13

The Government of Madagascar with the support from UNDP and UN-Habitat organized the first National Urban forum from 27-28 March with the theme: “Building together the future of our cities” following extensive consultations at local and regional levels from 27 February to 26 March 2013. Read More...

Nairobi, 3 Apr 13

United Nations asks citizens about their world

The United Nations has teamed up with youth groups, private sector bodies and NGO partners all over the world to launch MY World, which is the United Nations Survey for a Better World. MY World asks citizens everywhere about the issues that make the most difference to their lives. Read More...

New York, 22 Mar 13

Heads of United Nations organisations commit to end violence against women and girls

UN-Habitat Executive Director Dr. Joan Clos last week in New York joined other heads of United Nations system organisations and bodies in signing a joint statement on “Ending Violence against Women and Girls”. Read More...

New York, 14 Mar 13

World mayors commit to make cities crime and violence free

Mayors from across the globe met Thursday at the United Nations, New York, where the main outcome was their stated determination to make cities free from violence and crime. Read More...