PROGRAM

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Plenary Sessions & Keynote Addresses
These sessions featured renowned speakers who offered context and thought-provoking views surrounding issues of urbanization.

Dialogues
The theme of WUF3 was supported by three sub-themes. The main focus of discussion during the five-day Forum was a series of dialogues that brought together two or three speakers who offered views on topics related to the sub-themes. Facilitators engaged participants from the audience to join in the discussion. Click here for more information

Networking & Training Events
A series of 162 networking and training events provided participants with an informal atmosphere to build knowledge, strengthen partnerships and share ideas and best practices.

Debates
Participants argued opposing viewpoints on various topics related to urbanization.

Round Tables
Roundtables brought Ministers, Mayors, Parliamentarians, Youth, Women and other peer groups into smaller sessions to share experiences and views on the topics of the Forum.

Caucus Meetings
Caucus meetings were informal meetings held between peers every morning. They focused mainly on the topics of that day.

Local Government Sessions
Representatives of local governments had a chance to discuss the particular challenges at this level of governance.

Exposition
A highlight of the Forum was an exposition showcasing leading-edge projects, ideas, case studies, experiences and best practices from around the world that address the challenges of urban sustainability. The exposition also provided facilities for informal meetings, lectures, discussions, debates and award ceremonies, as well as multimedia services including computer and Internet facilities.