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Global Cities Hub

Connecting local and regional governments to the United Nations and other international organizations
 

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June 19, 2025 3:00 pm
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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On the eve of Heat Action Day (2 June) the Global Cities Hub, in partnership with the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre, convened an online event titled Cities Beat the Heat. The event spotlighted how the phenomenon of extreme heat needs to be examined through an urban lens and how cities, often bearing the brunt of climate change, are pioneering solutions to extreme heat. It underscored the urgent need for data-driven, inclusive, collaborative and actionable urban heat adaptation.

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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.

 

NEWS

Cities celebrate World Environment Day

Join the Global Cities Hub in celebrating World Environment Day 2025! Answer the question "How are you fighting against plastic pollution?" by posting on social media with the hashtag #CitiesAgainstPlastics and tag us!

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.