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GCH proud to support Swiss whole-of-government pledge at GRF: Cities are also key to address refugee challenges!

The Global Cities Hub is proud to support the whole-of-government Swiss pledge, developed under the leadership of the city of Zürich and submitted at the Global Refugee Forum held in Geneva (13-15 Dec. 2023). Parties to the pledge commit to enhance the cooperation between the municipal, cantonal and federal levels in national refugee policymaking to …

December 14, 2023
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Pledge by the Global Cities Hub for UDHR 75

On 11-12 December 2023 OHCHR organized commemorations of the seventy-fifth anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The Declaration remains the core international document for achieving freedom, equality, and justice for everyone.

December 11, 2023
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International Geneva News , News

The role of city networks in fostering inclusive multilateralism

On 11 December, the GCH held its Annual retreat to discuss the role of city networks in fostering more inclusive multilateralism. The morning session featured a discussion among city networks/organizations and in the afternoon, representatives of international organizations.

December 11, 2023
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News , Past events

“Mayors are at the forefront of urban health leadership”

On 2 October, the GCH provided a unique opportunity for mayors to meet with Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General, World Health Organization (see his remarks here). In this interview, he shares his views on urban health, the role of local governments, and the future of multilateralism. What is the main message specifically Mayors should take …

November 28, 2023
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International Geneva News , Interview

3rd WHO Mayors’ dialogue on promoting urban governance for health and well-being

On 22 November 2023 GCH had the pleasure to contribute to the discussion at the “Third Mayors’ Dialogue on Promoting Urban Governance for Health and Well-being” organized by WHO. The dialogue was part of the WHO global initiative on Urban Governance for Health and Well-being (2020-2028), that enables sharing knowledge and best practices on innovative and practical …

November 22, 2023
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UNICEF works with local governments and communities to find lasting solutions

On the occasion of World Children’s Day and honoring the Centenary of the Geneva Declaration on the Rights of the Child, GCH has decided to highlight the work of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and include it in our mapping. The GCH mapping presents work on urban issues that international actors are doing in …

November 20, 2023
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International Geneva News , News

Annual retreat 2023 of the Global Cities Hub

On 11 December 2023, the Global Cities Hub will hold its Annual strategic retreat. This year, the retreat will focus on the multilateral role and contribution by city networks in addressing global challenges with local effects. For that purpose, the GCH and invited partners will explore possible synergies to better advance our joint advocacy towards …

November 10, 2023
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Pandemic preparedness requires a whole-of-government approach

On 6 November 2023, Member States resumed their negotiations on a new WHO pandemic agreement in the 7th session of the intergovernmental negotiating body (INB 7). The Global Cities Hub actively participated in the oral deliberations and submitted a written position on the new negotiating text (available here). It has been a year and a …

November 6, 2023
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Interview of Kanop Ketchart, Mayor of Nakhon Si Thammarat

Kanop Ketchart, Mayor of Nakhon Si Thammarat, granted the Global Cities Hub an interview, following his participation at the 3rd Forum of Mayors (2-3 October 2023, Geneva). Read about the Mayor’s perspective on the international engagement of his city. What will you bring back home from your experience in Geneva? Having the chance to visit Geneva provided …

November 6, 2023
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Interview , News

Raising awareness on the Global Plastics Treaty (INC-3)

The Global Cities Hub, in collaboration with key partners including C40, WWF, UCLG, the government of Quebec and UNEP, took part in the webinar “Circular City Insights: Global Plastics Treaty (INC-3)“, organized by ICLEI. The objective was to raise awareness among cities and subnational governments on the ongoing negotiation process by the International Negotiation Committee (INC) …

October 31, 2023
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