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Capacity Building workshop for Healthy Cities in Thailand
At the recently-held workshop on 30 November – 1 December 2023, approximately 80 local government representatives from 15 cities in Thailand gathered for capacity building training to advance governance for…
Thailand’s Healthy Cities Initiative
Thailand’s Department of Health launched a nation-wide on healthy city initiative in the country as of November 2021, and has recently accredited a total of 108 municipalities, from 12 health…
Stakeholder Analysis and Mapping
A stakeholder map is a visual diagram that assists in the identification of key stakeholders and understanding the relationship between them. As resources such as time, energy and money are…
Case studies of Cities in China with Blue-Green Infrastructure
Sponge City is an urban construction model capable of tackling weather conditions such as monsoons, swelling, flooding or other water events, through drainage systems or areas that prevent the accumulation…
Understanding Social Impact Assessments: Why They Matter and How to Conduct Them Effectively
In today’s world, where businesses and development projects can have far-reaching effects on communities, the need for responsible decision-making has never been greater. A Social Impact Assessment (SIA) is a…
What Would A Disability-Inclusive Environment Look Like?
1 in 6 of us are persons with disabilities. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that around 1.3 billion people – or 16% of the world’s population – experience disability…
Understanding Climate Mitigation and Urban Challenges: How Cities Are Fighting Climate Change
What is Climate Mitigation?
Climate mitigation means taking actions to reduce or prevent the release of greenhouse gases (GHGs) into the atmosphere or to enhance natural systems that absorb these…
Art in Motion: Laan Me Sook as a Playground for All
In Khung Samphao, a riverside community in Chai Nat Province, Thailand, the “Courtyard of Happiness” is transforming everyday public areas into vibrant hubs of sport, art, and community life. Part…
Innovation for Emergency Rapid Response in Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok faces a perfect storm of urban challenges that threaten public health and strain emergency services. As one of the world's rapidly developing megacities with over 10 million residents, the…
Participatory Approach to Climate-Responsive Healthcare in Pune, India
Based on the Global Climate Risk Index, India is the seventh most vulnerable country to climate change. Its diverse climate zones, terrain and ecosystems make it particularly sensitive to climate…