UN Forum of Mayors and the 87th Session of the Committee on Housing, Urban Development and Land Management
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UN Forum of Mayors
The 6th meeting of the United Nations Forum of Mayors will take place in Geneva on 12–13 October 2026 under the theme “Cities Delivering for a Sustainable Future.” The Forum will bring together mayors from across the UNECE region and beyond to exchange experiences, share good practices and discuss the role of local governments in advancing sustainable urban development.
The UN4UkrainianCities Initiative will be present through a dedicated exhibition showcasing the project’s progress, key outcomes and activities, highlighting its contribution to sustainable and resilient urban recovery in Ukraine, as well as through the participation of Ukrainian mayors.
87th Session of the Committee on Housing, Urban Development and Land Management
From 14 to 16 October 2026, the 87th session of the Committee on Housing, Urban Development and Land Management will take place in Geneva, Switzerland.
Participants will:
Discuss the next steps in implementing the Ministerial Commitments on Housing Affordability and Sustainability adopted at its previous session, drawing on the findings of a recent regional survey and practical experiences shared by member States, cities and partner organizations;
Consider important governance matters, including the adoption of revised terms of reference for the Committee and the future mandate and institutional positioning of the United Nations Forum of Mayors.
Review progress across its programme of work, covering urban resilience, smart, sustainable cities, sustainable and energy-efficient buildings, land administration, and support for countries through policy reviews and technical cooperation.
Participate in thematic discussions on the role of artificial intelligence in urban design and integrative planning, and on systemic approaches to delivering affordable, energy-efficient and resilient housing.
The UN4UkrainianCities Initiative will also contribute to the Committee's discussions: on 16 October, it will present relevant updates on the progress and activities undertaken under the project's second phase (March 2025 - January 2027), highlighting its continued support to the Ministry for Development of Ukraine in updating the national housing policy framework, while assisting Kharkiv and Mykolaiv in addressing recovery priorities and advancing their longer-term sustainable urban development.