Brazilian cities’ experiences of creating naturalised parks – which bring major benefits for children – are the inspiration behind a new book.
The Alana Institute, in partnership with the Bernard van Leer Foundation’s Urban95 Brazil project,...Read more
After the success of our recent international seminar in Portugal, attentions now turn now to our flagship event for 2022 – the 10th Child in the City World Conference in Dublin this October.Read more
In just a few days we’ll be welcoming you to the Portuguese city of Cascais, to debate, learn and share with each other ideas for ensuring children’s rights are part of the mainstream.Read more
Six in 10 people will be living in cities by 2030. This is concerning. Cities are responsible for over 70 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions. Yet cities can also do a lot to...Read more
As we prepare to host next month’s Child in the City International Seminar, child rights experts from across the world are also getting ready to join us and share their knowledge with all of you....Read more
Cascais, the host city for our upcoming International Seminar, is spreading the word about its child-friendly infrastructure – through the eyes of a child.
I am the size of what I see is a new video...Read more
Have you already registered for the upcoming Child in the City International Seminar? Don’t miss this opportunity to join some fascinating field trips across throughout the Portugese city of Cascais to see for yourself a collection...Read more
Since the adoption of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1989, local governments around the world have been striving to implement child-friendly policies in their cities. As important actors, children and youth...Read more
There are just a few days left for you to take advantage of our ‘early bird offer’ to join us for the Child in the City International Seminar.Read more
Our forthcoming Child in the City International Seminar provides an opportunity to learn how making children’s rights and participation in policy planning is the way forward for cities.Read more
Experts in urban planning, play, education and children’s rights will be sharing their experiences at our forthcoming Child in the City International Seminar.Read more
Are children and young people being heard when it comes to developing national and local policies? What measures can and should be taken to protect their rights and participation in a post-pandemic time? These are...Read more
Are children and young people being heard when it comes to developing national and local policies? What measures can and should be taken to protect their rights and participation in a post-pandemic time? These are...Read more
‘Making Connections’ will be the theme of the 10th Child in the City World Conference in Dublin later this year – and we’re inviting you to be a speaker.Read more