A city safe for women is safe for all: Women’s voices lead at World Urban Forum in Cairo
06-11-2024
CAIRO – The World Urban Forum, a conference organized by UN Habitat, kicked off this week in Cairo, Egypt with a strong focus on the role of women in creating safe and inclusive cities. The forum brought together over 20,000 participants, including government officials, urban planners, architects, and civil society organizations, to discuss the future of urban development.
One of the key themes of the forum was the importance of ensuring that cities are safe and inclusive for women. This is a critical issue, as women are disproportionately affected by violence and harassment in urban areas. According to a UN Women report, one in three women worldwide has experienced physical or sexual violence. In cities, this number is even higher.
There are a number of factors that contribute to making cities unsafe for women. These factors include inadequate lighting, lack of safe public transportation, and a lack of access to affordable housing. In addition, women are often subject to discrimination and harassment in public spaces.
The World Urban Forum provided a platform for women to share their experiences and to advocate for changes that would make cities safer and more inclusive for all. A number of sessions at the forum focused on the importance of involving women in the planning and design of cities.
One of the highlights of the forum was a speech by the UN Special Rapporteur on adequate housing, Leilani Farha. Farha discussed the importance of ensuring that women have access to safe and affordable housing. She said that “housing is not just a roof over your head. It is a place where you can feel safe, where you can raise a family, and where you can participate in your community.”
The World Urban Forum is an important opportunity to raise awareness of the challenges faced by women in cities. The forum provides a platform for women to share their experiences and to advocate for changes that would make cities safer and more inclusive for all.
A city safe for women is safe for all: Women’s voices lead at World Urban Forum in Cairo
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