World Habitat Day is marked on the first Monday of October each year and is recognized by the United Nations to reflect on the state of towns and cities, and on the basic right of all to adequate shelter.
On 7 October 2024, the Global Observance of World Habitat Day, was under the theme “Engaging youth to create a better urban future.” The world is rapidly urbanizing, and many urban residents these days are young people, especially in some countries in Africa and Asia. It focused on how we can engage the new generation in planning their urban present and future through participatory processes and local leadership opportunities.
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7 October 2024
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- 10:35 - 11:05
World Habitat Day 2024 press conference - 11:32 - 12:30
Youth dialogue - 15:02 - 16:20
Roundtable 1: Youth power: leading the charge against climate change - 16:30 - 17:50
Roundtable 2: Moving forward: youth-driven solutions for sustainable urban mobility - 18:00 - 18:35
World Habitat Day 2024 closing ceremony
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World Habitat Day Concept Note
Roundtable Concept Notes
Related documents
Scroll of Honour
UN-Habitat, the United Nations agency focusing on sustainable urbanization, launched nominations for its prestigious 2024 Scroll of Honour Award. Nominations were open from 27 November 2023 to 17 May 2024.
The UN-Habitat Scroll of Honour Award, launched in 1989, recognizes individuals and institutions that have made outstanding contributions to urban development, including improving the quality of urban life for all and providing adequate, affordable, and accessible housing.
Nominations closed on 17 May 2024 and five winners were selected. The winners will receive their awards at the global observance of World Habitat Day on 7 October 2024.
Scroll of Honor Winners
For revolutionizing urban development by advocating for improved housing and living conditions for marginalized urban residents.
For his pioneering work in socially and environmentally sustainable architecture, mentorship, and leadership in inclusive design through global programmes and indigenous advocacy.
For its efforts to transition the city from a resource-intensive economy to a regenerative model focused on health, waste management, and ecotourism, while aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals.
For addressing urban and housing challenges by transforming public spaces, legalizing informal settlements, and promoting sustainable development.
For its pioneering approach to integrated and sustainable urban development, exemplified by its "Rabat a Sustainable and Inclusive City" vision.
More Information
Information on the previous World Habitat Day celebrations is available here.
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