Pedestrian safety, particularly for children, relies on well-designed pathways, and child-friendly pathways play a crucial role in safeguarding young pedestrians.Read more
One in seven people worldwide are neurodivergent. They may have a diagnosis of a neurodevelopmental condition such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or autism – or traits that mean their thinking style differs from neurotypical...Read more
With cities around the world continuing to be an attractive proposition for young people for work, education, and social opportunities, the findings of a new study identifying characteristics that would support young urban dwellers’ mental...Read more
As the world becomes increasingly urbanised, the pressing need to prioritise the needs and rights of children within urban planning processes has become paramount.Read more
Incorporating nature into how cities are designed can help significantly improve the mental health of young people living in urban settings, according to a new study.Read more
In the bustling corridors of urban planning and development, a new wave of voices is rising to the forefront – those of young people.
As cities worldwide grapple with the complexities of rapid urbanisation, climate...Read more
Many streets around the globe are becoming increasingly inhospitable to children and the elderly due to compounding traffic and road safety concerns which deter these groups from active transport, like walking or cycling.Read more
Experts on play and ‘the built environment’ will provide the next round of evidence to a UK government inquiry that is looking at ways to utilise better design processes to improve children’s lives.Read more
A new partnership between the United Nations (UN) and Save the Children has set its sights on improving the lives of children living in city slums.Read more
A UK government inquiry examining how better planning & design can improve children’s health has been told that ‘the time for change is now’. Read more
Public spaces are crucial for children’s holistic development and wellbeing. A new blog series showcases how public spaces can be made better for children. Using global examples from Cities4Children members and other initiatives, the aim...Read more
The Urban95 Academy leadership programme, first launched in 2021 by LSE Cities and the Bernard Van Leer Foundation, will continue for a further three years, providing 1500 city leaders with a fully-funded learning opportunity.Read more
The closing date is looming for the UK-based Inspire Future Generations Awards, which recognise projects that engage children and young people in architecture and the built environment.Read more
As we build towards our flagship conference taking place from 20-22 November, Child in the City will be previewing some of our scheduled speakers, through a mixture of presentation summaries and Q&As. Today we feature...Read more
When Duane Watts was a student at Edward Steel Elementary School in Philadelphia’s Nicetown neighbourhood more than 40 years ago, he remembers running excitedly out of his classroom for recess and being confronted with concrete.Read more