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Title Social Cohesion—Ensuring the Inclusion of Immigrants and other Newcomers Day / Time Tuesday, June 20th / 13:30 - 15:30 Room Oceanview 2 Event Description Since the 1950’s, the percentage of the world’s population living in urban areas has increased to nearly 50 per cent and is expected to rise to 60 per cent by 2030. Population movements have led to a mix of ages, cultures, religions, nationalities and citizenship status and urban populations are, in many jurisdictions, become increasingly diverse. This networking session is an opportunity to explore the impact of international migration on urbanization and the pursuit of social cohesion in our cities. Panel commentary will cover demographic trends, efforts at immigrant integration and addressing increasing cultural diversity, through the experiences of three urban mayors from three continents. Each panellist brings an insight and experience in fostering social cohesion within their cities and regions, which will serve as a launching point for an interactive discussion. Session Language English French Speakers (information as provided by host organization) Mayor Sam Sullivan, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Eduardo Guimaraes, Secretary of International Relations Curitiba, Brazil Mayor Adam Kimbisa of Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania   Contact Need more information about this event? Please fill the contact form Related Documents (in English and / or French) Host Organization Ministry of Attorney General and Ministry Responsible for Multiculturalism, Government of British Columbia Host Organization Description   Website (Organizer and partners)

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