The S²Cities Programme aims to improve young people’s safety and wellbeing in urban environments by bringing together local governments, institutions, community actors and young people to co-create and implement solutions for safety and inclusivity challenges. The programme will also establish a Global Learning Network of cities, thought leaders, and practitioners to foster better understanding of urban safety for young people.
We invite city governments from secondary cities* in the Global South to join the Safe and Sound Cities Programme and be part of this Global Learning Network!
Applications to join the programme in 2022 - 2023 are now closed, but cities are invited to register interest for joining in future years. Complete this form to register your city's interest. Upon submitting the form, you will receive an email with further details on the application process.
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Why join the S²Cities Programme?
By participating in S²Cities, your city will be supported to improve urban safety for young people. The programme will create an exciting and new way for city officials to engage with young people, enabling better understanding of urban safety and what needs to be done to improve it. Participating governments will receive the following support**:
- Establishment of a youth hub for young people and other stakeholders to meet and engage in programme activities, including innovating solutions for identified safety challenges.
- Expert analysis of urban safety status quo.
- Training and capacity development of city staff in understanding urban safety and youth engagement.
- Participation in an annual youth innovation challenge and award programme.
- Access to a global learning network.
*The programme does not target capitals or metropolitan cities, emergency areas or rural contexts.
**The programme does not provide direct financial contributions to cities.
