Cycling in the Heat: Overcoming Challenges and Promoting Sustainable Mobility
Hot weather conditions can discourage urban dwellers from biking. Mathias Merforth introduces inspiring city approaches that promote cycling despite the obstacles faced. Join the ride!
Unwind and Connect: Creating Safe and Inclusive Public Spaces in Urban Districts of Malaysia
How can we transform the landscapes of Malaysian cities into green and sustainable neighbourhoods? Wan Azlina dissects the complex interplay of historical, economic, political, and cultural factors contributing to the scarcity of green spaces in Malaysian urban neighbourhoods.
Celebrating Human Diversity – Urban Planning for Disability Equity and Inclusion
How we plan and design for human diversity requires serious rethinking if we genuinely want to address inequity and injustices in our suburbs and cities. By Lisa Stafford
Making Active Mobility and Public Transport a Winning Combination in African Cities: Inspirations from My Trip to Bogota
Following a visit to Bogota, Ulrich C. Tokam imparts invaluable insights for a transportation revolution in African cities.
Fall and Rise of Streets as Vital Public Spaces for Children
From Amsterdam's playful Potgieterstraat to Barcelona's superblocks and Bristol's 'Playing Out' movement, Sudeshna Chatterjee is exploring how urban landscapes are transforming to be more child-friendly.
From Ashes to Aspirations: Rebuilding Hope Amidst the War in Kharkiv
Kharkiv has been the first and among the most affected cities by the Russian attacks on Ukraine. How do you rebuild a city that is still at war? By Michelle Martin
Post-Conflict Reconstruction in Mosul: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Lessons in Rebuilding a City
Mosul, once celebrated as Iraq's cultural and religious heart, faced significant devastation during the occupation by the militant group ISIS and the subsequent battle for liberation. Six years later, ancient landmarks and critical infrastructure are gradually being reconstructed.
Healing the Wounds: How Public Spaces Foster Peace and Rebuild Communities in War-torn Aleppo
During the war, public spaces can be drivers for resilience. Ghada Rifai explores the transformative potential of public spaces in post-conflict cities through the example of Aleppo in Syria.
Supporting Inclusive and Sustainable Urban Recovery Planning in Ukraine to ‘Build Back Better’
As Ukraine’s cities are already starting to build back, UNITAC supports them with evidence-based recovery planning and a people-centred approach to foster resilient and inclusive reconstruction.