Birigui’s commitment to the Ten Principles

Michael Young delves into the Focus Area of Governance, specifically within the context of Asia Pacific. People

This report documents the findings of a lengthy research project conducted over a four year period (2012 to 2016) which aimed to retrospectively map the history of the resettlement of the Vila Chocolatão community in Porto Alegre and to identify and document the processes, aspirations and actions of the cross-sectoral network group that worked alongside...

Powerpoint presentation material used at Habitat III in the City Scan side event hosted by UN Global Compact - Cities Programme with GIB. Actions

Peñalolén’s innovative economic development approach is helping micro, small and medium-sized business prosper, with real social impact. The Chilean municipality presents a model that requires cultural change, considers socio-economic vulnerability, supports entrepreneurship and promotes social inclusion and community empowerment.

As a leading participant in the UN Global Compact - Cities Programme, Rotorua Lakes Council undertook a City Scan using the tool to assess the city's strengths and weaknesses across an extensive range of areas. This scan has helped inform the focus of the Sustainable Living Strategy which was released in July 2016. People Connected...

A specialist research internship report It showcases 9 public space projects around the world. The aim of this publication is not only to showcase the “good” aspects but also “what did not work as expected”, as a self-reflection by the facilitators interviewed. It is written for the benefit of community leaders, professionals and governments for...