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28 September 2026 16:00

Why Local Democracy Matters for a More Prosperous World

Online
Join us to discuss GCH's new publication, Strengthening Democratic Local Governance to Advance Human Prosperity and explore why effective democratic local governance matters and how strengthening it can contribute to more prosperous, resilient and inclusive communities.
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08 October 2026 14:30

Mobilizing Finance to Reach Cities

Room A, CICG | Geneva
At the Building Bridges 2026 Summit, GCH and SDSN co-organize the debate “Aligning Policy and Finance to Deliver Sustainable Local Development”. Join us to discuss how policy alignment, innovative financing structures, and stronger partnerships can help bring sustainable finance closer to the cities and communities where it is needed most.
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12 October 2026 10:00

6th meeting of the UN Forum of Mayors

WIPO, Geneva
Join over 60 mayors from all over the world at the 6th meeting of the UN Forum of Mayors “Cities Delivering for a Sustainable Future”. Bring your local perspectives to the discussions on sustainable cities, water and sanitation, innovation and creativity, affordable and clean energy, housing, Voluntary Local Reviews (VLRs) and more!
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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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GCH takes part in 9th OECD roundtable on cities and regions for SDGs

The Global Cities Hub took part in the 9th OECD Roundtable on Cities and Regions for the SDGs. The Roundtable brought together cities, regions, States, international organisations, academia, civil society and other stakeholders to discuss the impact of decentralised development co-operation (DDC) and reflect on the outcomes of the 2026 UN High-Level Political Forum on sustainable ...
  • 08 September 2026
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GCH welcomes secondment from The Hague

The Global Cities Hub welcomes a secondment from the Municipality of The Hague (Netherlands). Eline joins the GCH as Visiting Policy Officer. In connection with the 6th UN Forum of Mayors and the GCH’s thematic priorities, she will help promote the localization of the SDGs and advocate for better inclusion of cities and regions at the global level. Welcome Eline!
  • 01 September 2026
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“Build Back Better”: work with your cities and regions now, before the next disaster strikes

GCH took part in the first Geneva Disaster Prevention Dialogue. The new Dialogue series seeks to draw on the expertise in International Geneva to make Build Back Better, the least advanced of the four priorities of the Sendai Framework, a reality. For the GCH, Build Back Better is a question of urban governance where LRGs have responsibilities, capacity and decision-making power.
  • 31 August 2026
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