4th Forum of Mayors
UNECE is pleased to announce the Fourth Forum of Mayors, "The Cities Summit of the Future," taking place from September 30 to October 1, 2024, in Geneva. This important event follows directly after the United Nations Summit of the Future in New York (September 22-23, 2024).
The Forum will provide a unique opportunity for mayors to:
Discuss the implications of the "Pact of the Future" adopted by UN Member States
Highlight how cities can contribute to implementing the Pact and accelerating the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
Share innovative solutions to common urban challenges
Directly engage with member States and international organizations within the UN system
The two-day event will consist of four sessions:
Sustainable development, financing for development, and international peace and security
Science, technology, innovation, digital cooperation, and youth and future generations
Transforming global governance
Collaborative development of a Statement from mayors on the Future of Cities
This Forum underscores UNECE's commitment to giving cities a voice in addressing pressing global challenges. As a subsidiary body of the UNECE Committee on Urban Development, Housing and Land Management, the Forum of Mayors serves as a platform for knowledge exchange, mutual learning, and fostering partnerships among city leaders.
We invite mayors and urban leaders from across the UNECE region and beyond to join us in Geneva for this crucial summit as we work together towards building more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable cities.