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City Mayors’ international events pages list and review conferences, conventions and seminars on international co-operation between cities and local government bodies.

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May 2008
Historical districts for all:
A social and human approach for a sustainable revitalization
UN HABITAT / UNESCO Training Session
Event: In view of increasing awareness and capacity building, on the one hand, of decision makers in charge of intermediate cities where, more than 50 per cent of the urban population are now living and, on the other hand, of city professionals, both UNESCO and UN-HABITAT have been working on tools to elaborate training and sensitization modules. Following the session, mayors and decision makers will then be in a position to select the regional networks and experts the most appropriate for their specific case to ensure a sustainable and integrated approach to urban revitalization in their city historical districts.
First day will be focusing on the experience of the city of Seville including on-site visits. Second day will focus in the invited international cities and third day will evaluate the UNESCO/UNHABITAT Guide with suggestions and possibilities for improvement.
Date: 7 to 9 May 2008
Location: Seville, Spain
Organiser: UNHABITAT / UNESCO
Contact: Diana Lopez Caramazana
Telephone: +34.954.48.02.23
Email: sevillec2c@unhabitat.org
Internet: www.unhabitat.org

United Nations Unlearning Intolerance Seminar
Event: Please join the United Nations Department of Public Information, the United Nations Environment Programme, and the Natural World Museum for a groundbreaking international seminar. The Art Changing Attitudes Toward the Environment seminar will focus on a top priority for the United Nations: climate change and the environment. The seminar will contribute to keeping the spotlight on the issue from a different perspective and will be an important contribution and forum to reach out to the general public. Admission is free to the public. RSVP required.
Date: 8 May 2008
Location: UN Headquarters
Organiser: United Nations Department of Public Information, the United Nations Environment Programme and the Natural World Museum
Contact: Yvonne Schellerup
Telephone: +1 917 367 9326
Email: unchronicle@un.org
Internet: www.un.org/Pubs/chronicle/tolerance/seminar.html

Gallup Learn@Lunch:
Ceci n'est pas Bruxelles: Facts and Perceptions of Brussels
Event: Gallup Europe is pleased to invite you to a Learn@Lunch on the use of state-of-the-art measurement-based policy tools and the Gallup Soul of the City programme. This event will look at how such programmes can help local authorities, regional actors and interested stakeholders to foster economic development and multiculturalism and bring more satisfaction to a city's residents.

Ceci n'est pas Bruxelles
Facts and Perceptions of Brussels
by Robert Manchin, Chairman and Managing Director of Gallup Europe
Brussels is the EU's administrative centre and one of Europe's most cosmopolitan capitals. But are its citizens satisfied with its quality of life?
And just as rivalry exists between Paris and London, isn't Brussels competing with other cities (Dublin, Munich, Vienna, Geneva and Madrid) or is this capital really unique?
Using its Soul of the City programme and measurement-based polling results, Gallup will assess the desirability of Brussels compared to its rivals and aim to answer the following questions:
• How can European cities, and especially Brussels, build up on the necessary emotional capital in order to keep and attract key workers?
• What are the loyalty and residents' satisfaction drivers?
• Do young and well-educated 'creatives' see cities differently?
• How does Brussels compare with other European cities?

Data from Gallup surveys and the Gallup Soul of the City programme will be presented, to be followed by a Q&A session. A buffet lunch will be available for participants.
The Gallup Soul of the City programme allows cities to measure and track the political, economic and social well-being of a city based upon residents' opinions on its performance in providing positive living and working environments. The goal is to help each city foster economic development and multiculturalism and learn how to better satisfy residents.
Date: 14 May 2008, 12.15 - 14.00
Location: Gallup House, 70 Ave. Michel-Ange, 1000 Brussels
Organiser: Gallup Europe
Contact: Aureien Renard
Telephone: +32 2 734 54 18
Email: aurelien_renard@gallup-europe.be
Internet: http://www.gallup-europe.be/projects/soul.htm

June 2008
World Cities Summit 2008
Event: World Cities Summit is a premier international conference series on effective public governance and sustainable development of cities.  The inaugural event in 2008 will focus on the challenges of developing cities that are both liveable and vibrant.  It will cover issues related to excellent urban infrastructure, clean environment, good quality of life and economic competitiveness. The conference will feature thought leaders and distinguished practitioners who will share valuable insights and practical experiences. Delegates will include city mayors, top government officials, senior officials from international organisations, academics and business leaders. The event will be held at the same time as the Singapore International Water Week 2008.
Date: 23 - 25 June 2008
Location: Singapore
Organiser: Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy and the Civil Service College
Contact: Lloyd TAN
Telephone: +65 6542 8660 Ext 168
Email: info@worldcities.com.sg
Internet: http://www.worldcities.com.sg

October 2008
Metropolis Congress 2008
Event: The Congress' overall theme is 'Connecting Cities' highlighting the increasing importance of cities, more so than nations, as principal hubs of international interaction. Globally, major cities are increasingly connecting via transnational public and private networks. Over 100 global cities will be gathering in Sydney to develop these interdependent webs of collaborative governance, knowledge exchange and advanced service provision.
'Connecting Cities' will also investigate how the structure of metropolitan regions can replicate the success of these networks at a regional level, developing as polycentric cities of diverse functional hubs. At a local level, Sydney's increasing global profile as a focal point of financial, construction and design partnerships with cities around the world will be explored. A vibrant city of 4.3 million people, the Connecting Cities theme will also highlight the increasing numbers of tourists, global businesses and civic leaders visiting Sydney to make the most of its unique position as a gateway to Asia.
Date: 22 - 25 October 2008
Location: Sydney
Organiser: NSW Department of Planning & Metropolis
Contact: Metropolis Congress Secretariat
Telephone: +61 2 9254 5000
Email: info@metropoliscongress.com
Internet: www.metropoliscongress2008.com

November 2008
Coastal Cities Summit: Values & Vulnerabilities
Event: The International Ocean Institute-USA and the city of St. Petersburg, FL, USA, are hosting a Coastal Cities Summit on 17 to 20 November 2008 to address the complex challenges that coastal city leaders face as populations increase, resources are depleted, and the impacts of climate change are felt. The Coastal Cities Summit intends to bring together coastal city leaders, managers and academicss to discuss environmental, social, economic, and public policy challenges and viable solutions. The 3-day conference will focus on three themes: Climate Change, Risk and Vulnerability as well as Sustainable Development. All sessions are intended to give a long-needed voice to those who are on the front lines taking leadership on climate change, providing implementation and response plans and continuing to focus on protecting citizens from possible extreme events and human-induced degradation.
Date: 17-20 November 2008
Location: St. Petersburg, FL, USA
Organiser: International Ocean Institute - USA
Contact: Mara Hendrix
Telephone: +1-727-873-4745
Email: mara@ioiusa.usf.edu
Internet: www.coastalcities.org

June 2009
ICLEI World Congress 2009
Event: ICLEI‚s next World Congress will be hosted by the city of Edmonton, Canada from 14 to 18 June 2009. The congress will bring together leaders from around the world to find local solutions to global challenges. ICLEI ˆ Local Governments for Sustainability is an international association of local governments committed to sustainable development. More than 700 cities, towns, counties, and their associations comprise its growing membership.
Date: 14 to 18 June 2009
Location: Edmonton, Canada
Organiser: ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability
Contact: International Training Centre
Telephone: +49 761 36 892 20
Email: world.congress@iclei.org
Internet: www.iclei.org/worldcongress2009