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Title International Coalition of Cities Against Racism: Towards an Inclusive Urban Society Day / Time Thursday, June 22nd / 16:30 - 18:30 Room MR07 Event Description The following stakeholders coming from Canada and different regions of the world will exchange good practices and discuss how they can help improve the democratic governance of municipalities determined to respect diversity. This event will consider the role of city planners and decision-makers in policy-making and implementation; the role of researchers in monitoring, advancing reflection on the notion of 'urban citizenship'; and the role of NGOs in monitoring, campaigning, executing cultural activities. The plan of action proposed for each regional coalition takes into consideration three aspects of the life of the city: the role of the city as an organization, the role cities play in reinforcing the law and the role they play in building a community respectful of the diversity. This workshop will focus on how to build a community based on the respect of diversity. Session Language English Speakers (information as provided by host organization) Baldwin Wong, Multicultural Social Planner, City of Vancouver Josep-LLuís Marjalizo, Direcció de Serveis de Dona i Drets Civils, Ajuntament de Barcelona A representative of the City of Durban (t.b.c.)   Contact Need more information about this event? Please fill the contact form Related Documents (in English and / or French) Host Organization UNESCO - Social and Human Sciences Sector Host Organization Description UNESCO - the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization was born on 16 November 1945. This UN agency works as a laboratory of ideas and a standard-setter to forge universal agreements on emerging ethical issues. The Organization also serves as a clearinghouse “ that disseminates and shares information and knowledge “ while helping Member States to build their human and institutional capacities in diverse fields. In short, UNESCO promotes international co-operation among its 191 Member States and six Associate Members in the fields of education, science, culture and communication. UNESCO works to create the conditions for true dialogue, based upon respect for commonly shared values and the dignity of each civilization and culture. Website (Organizer and partners) www.unesco.org/shs/citiesagainstracism www.unesco.ca/

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