Rafael Tuts

Director, Global Solutions Division @UNHabitat for sustainable urban development @2030agenda #NewUrbanAgenda #ClimateActionNow — personal views

[UN-Habitat @UNHABITAT]

🌍 How nine cities are turning the New Urban Agenda into action. As we reach the critical midpoint of the New Urban Agenda (2016-2036), this groundbreaking report shows what's possible when cities put NUA principles into practice.

[UN-Habitat @UNHABITAT]

#WUF13 concluded with a powerful call to action on the global housing crisis. The Forum brought together 57,000+ participants from 176 countries and 580+ sessions advancing global dialogue on sustainable urban futures.

Read more: https://t.co/I6romG5niv

[World Urban Forum @WUF_UNHabitat]

What a journey #WUF13 has been! 🏘️

WUF13 showed what is possible when the world comes together for housing and urban futures.

Take a look through these memories and see if you can find your favourite moment.

[Anacláudia Rossbach @AnacludiaRossb1]

UN-Habitat reaffirms its commitment to re-engage with the Maldives. We look forward to deepening collaboration on resilient urban planning, housing, & basic services, integrating nature-based solutions, with continued high-level collaboration from Minister @muththo of @MIHUDmv.

[Anacláudia Rossbach @AnacludiaRossb1]

#WUF13 came to a close in Baku, our biggest Forum yet. 57,000 participants from 176 countries, incl. 3,000 online. We welcomed 11 Heads of State & Government and 88 ministers. The Baku Call to Action made it clear - housing must be at the centre of sustainable urban development.

[Anacláudia Rossbach @AnacludiaRossb1]

Today, we are graced by the presence of the DSG @AminaJMohammed at #WUF13 in Baku.

At a time when cities are shaping the future of the #SDGs, her participation adds important momentum to the global dialogue on #housing, resilience and urban solutions that leave no one behind.

[Anacláudia Rossbach @AnacludiaRossb1]

Yesterday at the opening of the Canada Pavilion in the #WUF13 Urban Expo, we also marked the 50th anniversary of Habitat I, the first UN Conference on Human Settlements in Vancouver in 1976.

A powerful reminder that partnerships remain at the heart of the global urban agenda.

[GWOPA / UN-Habitat @gwopa]

🌍 Heading to #WUF13?

Join @UNHABITAT's GWOPA Assembly online or in person on Sunday, 17 May, and explore a selected overview of water and sanitation events relevant to the water community in Baku.

See the update: https://t.co/4xSsxFa0A6

#GWOPA #SDG6 #SDG11

[World Urban Forum @WUF_UNHabitat]

Show us how you’re Housing the World!

Ahead of #WUF13, join our Instagram Stories campaign and share how you are helping shape better cities and communities.

How to participate:
📲 Use our Stories template
📸 Post your photo/video
🏷️ Tag @wuf_unhabitat + #HousingTheWorld

[World Urban Forum @WUF_UNHabitat]

We are launching “This is how I’m Housing the World” ahead of #WUF13 – a digital campaign inviting people everywhere to show how they are helping shape better cities and communities.

✨ Because the future of cities is built by all of us. Watch the video to learn how to join!

[Anacláudia Rossbach @AnacludiaRossb1]

Productive exchange with Berlin’s Senator for Urban Development Christian Gaebler on advancing affordable housing, climate-adaptive urban development & resilient cities. We explored avenues for city-to-city cooperation & stronger partnerships to deliver inclusive urban futures.

[WUF13Azerbaijan @WUF13Azerbaijan]

15 May is the last day for WUF13 online registration!

Registration will close on 15 May 2026 at 18:00 (UTC +04:00, Azerbaijan time).

Register now: https://t.co/zjI1tz7lNf

#WUF13 #WUF13Azerbaijan #Baku2026 #WorldUrbanForum

[World Urban Forum @WUF_UNHabitat]

Over 1.1B people live in informal settlements — without action, millions more will remain in inadequate housing by 2030.

Addressing this is key to climate resilience, health and inclusion.

#WUF13 brings global voices to shape solutions.
👉 https://t.co/6sOEu6GHUo

#RoadToBaku

[World Urban Forum @WUF_UNHabitat]

Shops, schools, parks, clinics, and more places we value are empty without housing at their core.

Affordable, resilient housing keeps communities strong and cities functioning.

👉 Join us at #WUF13 to shape solutions to today’s biggest urban challenges:
https://t.co/6sOEu6GHUo

[Global Goals @GlobalGoalsUN]

What are the #GlobalGoals? 🤔🌍

In 2015, all 193 UN Member States agreed on 17 goals to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all by 2030. The goals are a roadmap to a fairer world where no one is left behind.

Learn more:
https://t.co/Zok0creShQ

[World Urban Forum @WUF_UNHabitat]

What’s on the agenda at #WUF13? 🧵👇

Let’s break down the key events shaping global urban conversations 1/4 🧵

🔷 Dialogues shaping the agenda

[World Urban Forum @WUF_UNHabitat]

Conflicts, climate impacts and disasters are destroying homes and displacing millions, weakening the resilience of cities and communities.

At #WUF13, leaders and communities will exchange solutions to strengthen urban resilience.

Register now 👉 https://t.co/6sOEu6GHUo

[Anacláudia Rossbach @AnacludiaRossb1]

As our Executive Board concludes, focus sharpens on what matters most: housing, resilience, and delivery at scale.

Next stops: #WUF13 and the New Urban Agenda midterm review.

Appreciation to Member States and our Chair Amb. Sébastien Groth (@Diplo_Jazz) for their leadership.

[World Urban Forum @WUF_UNHabitat]

20,000 participants ready to shape the future of cities 🌍

The momentum towards #WUF13 is growing, bringing together voices, ideas, and solutions from across the world.

✨ Are you ready to be part of it?
👉 https://t.co/6sOEu6GHUo

#HousingTheWorld #RoadToBaku

[World Urban Forum @WUF_UNHabitat]

📢 A new milestone at #WUF13

For the first time, the Forum will open with a Ministerial Meeting on the New Urban Agenda 🌍

Bringing governments together to assess progress, address challenges, and shape what comes next.

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