Globally, the scale and pace of urbanization have transformed the structure of territorial governance into the complex realm of metropolitan governance. In Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), urbanization has profoundly reshaped cities, necessitating new forms of metropolitan governance. With over 80% of the population residing in urban areas—outpacing Europe and far ahead … [Read more...] about The Metropolitan and beyond: Navigating Governance, Scale and Complexity in Latin America and the Caribbean
How to Finance Climate Action in Cities? Effective and Innovative Instruments for Latin America and the Caribbean
In the Housing and Urban Development Division of the IDB, we have organized the webinar series "Cities in Latin America and the Caribbean as Catalysts for Climate Action Post-COP28" to support municipalities in the region in understanding the opportunities and challenges of climate change management in the urban agenda, delving into aspects of governance, gender and equity, and … [Read more...] about How to Finance Climate Action in Cities? Effective and Innovative Instruments for Latin America and the Caribbean
How to address discrimination and inclusion in Latin American cities?
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?
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
Climate Equity in Cities: Governance, Gender and Urban Resilience
The Division of Housing and Urban Development organized three webinars to understand better the opportunities and challenges associated with subnational climate action. The second meeting of the series, held on March 27th, focused on the crucial theme of climate equity in cities, addressing governance, gender, and urban resilience. This gathering brought together experts and … [Read more...] about Climate Equity in Cities: Governance, Gender and Urban Resilience