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Sign the Mayors’ declaration on financing for development

The Global Cities Hub and the Global Parliament of Mayors encourage mayors to sign the Mayors' Declaration on Financing for Development to build a better, more equitable world for future generations. Find here the text of the declaration and sign it with a few clicks to show your support!
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June 19, 2025 3:00 pm

What to expect at the Financing for Development Conference and beyond?

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As the global community prepares for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) at the end of June, the webinar discusses the key issue of SDG financing. With climate change intensifying, fiscal space tightening, and the SDGs still far from reach, how can financing for development become more effective? Localizing it in collaboration with the private sector is without doubt part of the answer. 
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The Global Cities Hub is at the forefront of linking LRGs and international organizations to address the most pressing challenges faced by urban centers worldwide. Engaged in a diverse array of initiatives, GCH fosters collaboration among cities,  mayors and city networks to strengthen inclusive multilateralism in the Geneva ecosystem, including the United Nations. Our work spans critical areas including environment and climate change, smart city development, protection of human rights, and promotion of urban health. By facilitating knowledge exchange and joint action, we aim to create sustainable, inclusive, and resilient urban environments for all.

 

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Mayor Anne Hidalgo Visits the Global Cities Hub in Geneva

On 12 May 2025, the Global Cities Hub (GCH) had the honour of welcoming Mayor Anne Hidalgo to Geneva. This meeting provided a valuable opportunity to present the GCH’s mission to better connect local and regional governments (LRGs) to United Nations, as well as other international organizations based in Geneva and beyond.

Coordinating Housing and Health for Better Quality of Life

On 7 May 2025, UN-Habitat, WHO, and GCH partnered to organize the workshop “Addressing Urban Health Challenges in a Changing World” to drive forward collaborative action on urban development and public health. The GCH was thrilled to host this inter-agency workshop that gave the opportunity for LRGs to be part of this future oriented policy-discussion from the beginning. Inclusive ...
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