Update | December 2022
Welcome to our last Institute Update of 2022! In this edition we focus on our current research and technical assistance activities, but also highlight our call for Guest Lecturers to participate in a capacity-building programme with our partner in South-East Asia, where all urban professionals are invited to apply. You are also invited to participate in future activities, and connect with us to strengthen your urban professional network. Looking forward to a successful 2023 together.
Institute Activities
+CityxChange
+CityxChange has entered its final project year and we are turning out results left right and centre! To stay up-to-date on +CxC outputs and events, check out our website, LinkedIn (@+CityxChange) and Twitter (@plusCities). You don't want to miss out! The future is positive!
VARCITIES
VARCITIES' Pilot Cities are now closing the co-design phase of their Visionnary Solutions with the organisation of Town Hall Events presenting to citizens and local stakeholders the proposed implementation. Learn more about these events by visiting our News page.
JUSTNature
This month, the Institute developed the website for JUSTNature, preparing for the second phase of this research and innovation project. The website will feature project results and publish deliverables that have been created from the intensive first year. Moreover, the website aims to establish a library full of interesting and insightful stories which will be developed in the following years. Stay tuned for updates and new content!
Capacity-Building Program Sustainable Urban Planning and Development
Training on Sustainable Urban Planning and Development
We are building a new training program resulting from collaboration initiatives between our partners in South-East Asia and the Institute. This new program includes a series of 3 modules targeting professionals working in city-making disciplines – mainly in ASEAN countries. The overall goal is to deepen the capacity of city-makers, improving decision-making and the implementation of projects at local, regional and national levels.
The training will focus on three primary themes (Urban Governance, Urban Environment, and Strategic Planning), zooming in on the ASEAN context.
Materials for the program consist of case studies and best practices, videos, further readings and references to other interactive media. In addition to the overall themes, current global planning concepts and approaches are covered. These topics will be complemented with viable approaches and tools, such as vision building, action planning, monitoring and assessment approaches, and digital tools to tackle the question of what is suitable planning and which elements have to be considered in various contexts.
Every urban professional with high-level expertise and teaching experience within the three topics is invited to apply. Please check the application link.
Call for collaboration
The Institute is looking for potential partner organisations to develop together project proposals for the new Horizon Europe 2023 calls. We are particularly looking at topics under Cluster 5 and Cluster 6. Are you also interested in Horizon Europe new calls? Reach out to us and let's explore project ideas!
OFFICE NEWS
ISOCARP Institute wishes you a happy holiday season and sends you warm wishes for the New Year! As we wrap up yet another successful and productive year, we would like to express gratitude for the many collaborations and project partners we were able to work with this past year.
Our office will be closed from the 24th of December until the 1st of January 2023.
Looking forward to what 2023 has in store for all of us!
SAVE THE DATE
🤝Connect with Institute
Opportunities for new partners! We are looking for new partners with whom we can work together on capacity building, research exploration, public outreach and technical assistance both in and outside of Europe. We are always open to new connections, reach out to us via email: info@isocarp-institute.org or connect on social media
Credits:
Created with images by sborisov - "Christmas market in Frankfurt" • weedezign - "Close up ux developer and ui designer use augmented reality app brainstorming about mobile interface wireframe design on desk at modern office.Creative digital development agency" • ltyuan - "An Aerial view showing rooftops of the heritage houses and streets of Georgetown Penang, Malaysia" • Maksim - "Fiber optics lights abstract background." • jamesteohart - "Empty loft unfurnished contemporary interior office with city skyline and buildings city from glass window ." • Atmosphere - "New Years Eve with colorful Fireworks over New York City skyline long exposure with dark blue-purple sky, orange city light glow and reflections in the river" • filmlandscape - "Art on wall" • Aania - "Steel bridge close-up"