Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) cities are spaces of contrast. Extreme poverty coexists with extreme wealth, generating situations of deep-rooted inequality. Discrimination in the bustling cities of Latin America often goes unnoticed. Yet, it significantly impacts the lives of minorities and disadvantaged groups. Understanding and addressing these barriers is not just a … [Read more...] about How to address discrimination and inclusion in Latin American cities?
Urban society
The global economy is being urbanized, and Latin America and the Caribbean is not the exception, where 80% of the population lives in cities. Moreover, it is the region of the world with the highest proportion of inhabitants in megacities per country. It is estimated that by 2030 more than 100 million people will live in only six metropolises. How to improve the quality of life in the cities of the region? Learn more by reading our blog and downloading this publication.
Equity in Diversity: IDB’s Commitment to Inclusion in Public and Private Spaces
Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) is one of the most diverse regions in the world, but also one of the most unequal. These two realities are two sides of the same coin. It is a fact that not all inhabitants of the region have access to the same opportunities, which often translates into discrimination, whether based on ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or … [Read more...] about Equity in Diversity: IDB’s Commitment to Inclusion in Public and Private Spaces
The most read in 2023 about housing and urban development
We have just started a new year, and it's time to share the highlights from our blog throughout 2023. Guided by our experts, consultants, and prominent collaborators, last year we addressed multiple topics of interest and current relevance. In this article, we share the top ten, covering everything from how cities can support climate action to issues of urban discrimination, … [Read more...] about The most read in 2023 about housing and urban development
How gender inequality affects access to housing credit?
Housing is a fundamental human right and a key factor for human development. However, many households in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) face difficulty accessing adequate and affordable housing. One of them are those led by women, also known as female-headed households (FHHs). In a FHH, the primary breadwinner and decision-maker is a woman. They are more common than some … [Read more...] about How gender inequality affects access to housing credit?
Towards a brighter future: the IDB Group’s commitment to street lighting
Anyone who lives in a city knows the feeling of looking at the night sky and not seeing any stars. Not because they are not there, but because light pollution in many areas of our cities prevents us from perceiving them clearly. In truth, this may be one of the few disappointing consequences of having a good public lighting system, since the illumination of our cities plays a … [Read more...] about Towards a brighter future: the IDB Group’s commitment to street lighting