Cities Alliance

Empowering Sustainable Urban Development

Welcome to Cities Alliance

Cities Alliance is your online toolkit for planning and implementing a City Development Strategy (CDS). We provide tools, games, and information to support sustainable urban planning, helping cities worldwide become more resilient, inclusive, and environmentally friendly.

Tools for Urban Planning

Is Your City Ready for a CDS?

A self-assessment tool to evaluate your city's preparedness for sustainable development.

How to Implement a CDS?

Step-by-step guidance for city officials to execute a successful CDS.

Climate Actions Prioritization Tool

Prioritize climate initiatives based on impact and feasibility.

Top Skills & Risks

Explore the 10 top skills of an urban planner and 10 biggest risks to avoid.

Best Practice Case Studies

Jinja, Uganda: The Critical Role of the Mayor

Learn how strong leadership transformed Jinja into a model of urban growth.

Mumbai, India: Transformation into a World-Class City

Discover Mumbai's journey to becoming a global metropolis through strategic planning.

Tbilisi, Georgia: CDS and Legal Frameworks

How Tbilisi integrated legal reforms with its CDS for sustainable development.

Morotai, Indonesia: Building a Sustainable Future

Explore how Morotai leverages education and local governance for sustainable urban planning.

Education Hub

Ucapan Terima Kasih

Kami ingin menyampaikan ucapan terima kasih yang sebesar-besarnya kepada semua pihak yang telah mendukung pengembangan strategi pembangunan kota yang berkelanjutan. Khususnya, kami mengapresiasi kerja sama dengan SMK Pariwisata Asima Morotai yang telah memberikan kontribusi luar biasa dalam edukasi dan pelatihan generasi muda untuk memahami pentingnya perencanaan kota yang inklusif dan ramah lingkungan.

Why Educating Youth Matters in Urban Planning

Educating the next generation about sustainable urban development is key to long-term success. Programs like those at SMK Pariwisata Asima Morotai empower youth to contribute ideas and solutions for their cities, such as in Morotai, where local initiatives are shaping a sustainable future.

Additional Resources

Guide to Participatory Planning

Learn the 10 things every city needs to know about engaging communities effectively.

Climate Action Toolkit

A comprehensive resource for cities to address climate change challenges.

Urban Planning Games

Interactive games to teach planners and citizens about city development.

Contact Us

Our Headquarters

Address: Rue Royale 94, 1000 Brussels, Belgium

Phone: +32-2-880-2870

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CET

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