Creating safe and inclusive spaces for children: a catalyst for positive societal impact in Kolkata’s neighbourhoods
The establishment of environments that are suitable for children is of utmost importance in fostering communities that are both healthy and content, particularly in regions undergoing rapid urbanisation, such as Kolkata, India. The objective of...Read more
A (cycle) path to a safer global cycling infrastructure for children and young people
In the hustle and bustle of urban life, where traffic jams and pollution are commonplace, the humble bicycle stands out as a beacon of sustainable transportation.Read more
Characteristics of cities that would support the mental health of young people – a study
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
Grocery cards and car repairs: How COVID aid changed the way schools can help homeless kids
Mollie Eppers tried for years to give students experiencing homelessness prepaid grocery cards that would allow their families to shop for food.Read more
Europe’s governing bodies – how do they work for children?
Have you ever been bamboozled in trying to work out exactly how Europe’s policy-makers work together for the benefit of children? Read more
Auditors say progress on road safety in EU is ‘barely moving’
The European Court of Auditors has warned that the EU and its member states need to ‘move their efforts up a gear’ to reach targets of halving road deaths and serious injuries by 2030.Read more
EU Mobility Week – ‘a nudge in the right direction’ towards a sustainable school run
Giving youngsters, parents and teachers ‘a nudge in the right direction’ is behind the success of a Swedish city’s initiative to promote a sustainable school run.Read more
It’s OK to play: How ‘play theory’ can revitalise U.S. education
City planners are recognising that play and learning are intertwined and turning public spaces into opportunities for active learning. When we’re young, playing and learning are inseparable. Simple games like peekaboo and hide-and-seek help us learn...Read more
Multimedia presentation highlights the global work of UNICEF
UNICEF USA has teamed up with a leading multimedia provider to devise an interactive experience that educates people about the charity’s global work.Read more
Being Human in Digital Cities?
Myria Georgiou and Sindhoora Pemmaraju of the London School of Economics consider how digital cities change what it means to be human, and show how Myria Georgiou’s new book Being Human in Digital Cities addresses this question in relation...Read more
Cities have ‘crucial role’ in formation of EU Children’s Capital
The European Parliament has opened an important new debate on the ‘EU Children’s Capital’ initiative, which aims to cement children’s rights as a priority policy area.Read more