One of the most significant causes of fear and insecurity in many cities today is crime and violence. Between 1990 and 2000, incidents of violent crime per 100,000 persons increased from 6 to 8.8. Recent studies show that over the past five years, 60 per cent of all urban residents in the world have been
It is projected that by 2030, two-thirds of humanity will be living in towns and cities around the world. Another feature of the new urban age is that the global number of slum dwellers is now set to top the 1 billion mark. At this turning point in history, UN-HABITAT surveys show crime and fear
The challenges facing cities with regards to the impacts of growing violence and insecurity are numerous and daunting. The need to address crime prevention in cities is apparent. This brochure highlights the Safer Cities approach run by UN-HABITAT’s Safer Cities Programme. In it, a brief background and objective of the programme is provided. An overview
‘I’m a City Changer’ is the awareness-raising initiative of World Urban Campaign. It is about: • Positive urban development • Solutions to urban challenges • Giving voice to cities and people to change our urban future. The Global Network on Safer Cities is part of the World Urban Campaign. The Network’s role is toadvocate for
Download PDF Version VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Issued on: 7 January 2016 ORGANIZATIONAL LOCATION: UN-HABITAT DUTY STATION: Hargeisa Somaliland FUNCTIONAL TITLE: Senior Civil Engineer / Office Manager DURATION: 10 working months over 12 months CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 20 January 2016 BACKGROUND 1.1 Hargeisa Water Supply Upgrading Project (HUWSUP) 1.1.1
