The Global Cities Hub (GCH) is headed to the Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC 2026) to carry out our mission: connecting local and regional governments with international organisations and processes. You can find us at the United Nations Pavilion in key sessions and networking opportunities.
The 6th UN Forum of Mayors concluded in Geneva after bringing together representatives of more than 90 cities worldwide, including 70 represented by their mayors or deputy mayors. This was the largest edition of the Forum to date, demonstrating its growing reach and importance since its establishment in 2020. The 7th UN Forum of Mayors will take place on 4–5 October 2027.
GCH partnered with WEF to bridge the UN Forum of Mayors and the WEF Urban Transformation Summit. The UTS brought together leaders from business, government and civil society. The discussions underscored that successful urban transformation depends on a shared understanding of how development can generate lasting economic value and create more resilient, attractive and competitive cities.
Transitional justice extends beyond criminal accountability. Cultural rights are an important aspect of transitional justice that can foster dialogue and understanding. Join us for an online event highlighting how local governments can contribute to reconciliation by supporting cultural expression and creating spaces for dialogue across communities.
Voluntary Local Reviews are an important instrument for tracking the localization of the SDGs, but how can they serve as a continuous tool throughout the policy cycle, supporting investment and multilevel governance? This event, co-organized by GCH, UNECE, UN-Habitat and Switzerland, brought together the local, national and international perspectives on VLRs.
The 6th United Nations Forum of Mayors opens today (12 Oct. 2026) in Geneva under the theme “Cities Delivering for a Sustainable Future”, bringing together the highest number of mayors and city leaders from around the world in its history. They will exchange on the most pressing challenges facing urban communities, focusing on SDG 11 (Sustainable cities & communities).
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