How can cities become more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable? Over the past year, urban practitioners from Berlin, Mexico City, Nairobi, and New Delhi explored this question as part of the second Future Cities Go Glocalcohort. Through 14 virtual sessions and a study tour to Berlin, participants exchanged experiences and jointly developed policy recommendations across three interconnected areas: inclusive urban infrastructure; education, skills, and economic mobility; and social integration and urban democracy.
The project concluded with the virtual conference “The State of Social Cohesion – Social Justice and Social Participation in Berlin, Mexico City, Nairobi & New Delhi” and the publication of these jointly developed policy recommendations.
The recommendations address issues such as accessible public spaces and care infrastructure, digital inclusion, youth innovation and digital literacy, participatory governance, and migrant integration. Rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions, they provide practical and adaptable ideas for more resilient, socially just, and participatory cities.
The policy recommendations are now available and offer practical guidance for cities seeking to strengthen social cohesion and participation.
You can find the policy report here: https://www.aspeninstitute.de/wp-content/uploads/FCGG-2025_2026-Publication.pdf
