ISOCARP

Call for Papers and Centrality/Dispersion Conference 2024
2024-09-25 - 2024-09-27 | Faculty of Architecture Wrocław University of Science and Technology ul, Bolesława Prusa, Wrocław, 53/55 50-317, Poland
Centrality/Dispersion Conference 2024
The conference addresses the demand for a new approach in territorial governance, and gathers experts from various scientific disciplines to present their research on urban centers and discuss dispersion occurrences.
The deadline for paper proposal submissions is 15th May 2024.
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Cyber Agora #11 "Regional Planning for Resilient Natural Systems"
2024-09-26 14:00 - 15:30 (Europe/Helsinki) | Online
ISOCARP-RTPI Webinar: Regional Planning for Resilient Natural Systems
Nature and nature-based solutions play a critical role in emission reduction, climate change adaptation and reversing biodiversity loss. To succeed, we must deploy these solutions swiftly and on a large scale. This makes the regional dimension of natural systems, whether existing or in need of regeneration, crucial to our future.

Join us for a Climate Resilience Planning event where we will explore two distinct regional systems at risk: fast-eroding coastlines and peri-urban green oases. We’ll discuss how urban expansion and climate change impact these areas, explore their value, and examine the role of planning instruments and digital twin technology in their preservation. Additionally, we will consider the cultural significance of these natural assets for future generations and inter-generational equity.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights into planning for the future of our natural systems.
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60th ISOCARP World Planning Congress | Reinventing The (In)visible Cities
2024-10-08 - 2024-10-12 | Santa Maria della Scala, Complesso museale Santa Maria della Scala, Piazza del Duomo, 1, Siena, 53100
The 60th ISOCARP World Planning Congress – Reinventing the (In)Visible Cities, will be held in the historic Italian city of Siena, from the 8th to 12th October 2024. This will be the highlight event of this special year and part of ISOCARP’s 60th World Planning Congress Diamond Anniversary Series, celebrating 60 years of congresses.
Siena, with its rich tapestry of history, commitment to innovation, and dedication to heritage preservation, serves as a living embodiment of the theme “Reinventing The (In)Visible Cities.” As the place where Calvino spent his last day sand a shining example of good governance depicted in Lorenzetti’s frescoes, Siena offers an unparalleled setting for exploring the intersection of tradition and progress. Its UNESCO-listed center, anchored by the iconic Piazza del Campo, provides a scenic canvas for envisioning the cities of tomorrow, while the treasures housed within the Duomo showcase the city’s enduring excellence. Siena’s pioneering spirit is evident in its historic contributions to walkability and banking, showcasing a legacy of urban innovation that continues to shape its identity. As a vital stop along the historic Via Francigena pilgrimage route and home to the vibrant Palio horse race, Siena exemplifies the power of connection and tradition. Symbolizing transformation, the Santa Maria della Scala reflects ISOCARP’s mission to bridge past and future, providing a fitting venue for discussions on urban resilience and innovation.
Under the banner of “Reinventing the (In)Visible Cities: From Heritage to Innovation, Forging Pathways to Resilience,” the congress held within Siena’s historic walls seeks to chart a course towards sustainable urban development. Inspired by Calvino’s visionary work in “Invisible Cities,” delegates are encouraged to imagine the unseen and strive for urban utopia. By reimagining city planning and design to accommodate innovation in all fields, we honour Siena’s unique historical significance and focus on topics such as urban regeneration, leveraging cultural heritage for sustainable development, and combating climate change. As we gather within Siena’s timeless embrace, we embark on a journey to revitalize our cities, dismantle systemic inequalities, and create a sustainable urban legacy for generations to come. Through collective vision and shared commitment, we embrace the challenge of reinventing our cities to meet the needs of the present while preserving the essence of our past.
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Call for Entries of the 22nd LivCom SDG Awards
2024-11-02 08:00 - 2024-11-05 17:00 UTC
The Finals of the 22nd International Awards for Liveable Communities/LivCom Awards will be held in Cairo, Egypt in early November 2024. After joint confirmation by the Egyptian Government and UN-Habitat, the LivCom Finals will be organized as a parallel event of the 12th World Urban Forum (WUF12), lasting for 4 days and including the Finals Presentations, the International Forum on Building Smart and Liveable Cities, a technical conference and a training session.
LivCom Committee will be partnering with multiple UN Agencies and international organizations, in particularly ISOCARP, UNCRD, UN-INIA, UNESCO, etc. Relevant organizations from EU, the League of Arab States and UNU systems are expected to join in the cooperation subsequently.
As LivCom’s partner organization, ISOCARP calls for outstanding cities and projects from across the world to actively participate in LivCom 2024. As to our member institutions, you’re more than welcome to nominate cities or represent the cities you’re providing services for to participate.
This year, ISOCARP intends to work with LivCom Committee in co-launching the Planning & Design Award under the category of Project Award (Environmentally Sustainable Project Award). Targeted at sustainable urban planning, building design and large-scale residential communities, the Planning & Design Award is open to the projects with complete planning & design but yet to be built. The Judging Criteria for P&D Award are the same as that used to judge Project Award.
As a UN-backed international competition, the LivCom Awards was launched in 1997 and is the World’s major Awards Competition focusing on International Best Practice regarding the management of the local environment and development, with further objective of improving the quality of life of individual citizens through the creation of “liveable communities”. Over the past 2 decades, over 70 countries are represented within the Awards.
LivCom has been taking participation and sharing as an important goal. Numerous outstanding winner cities consider participation in LivCom as a significant platform and exchange opportunity for city development and improvement of living quality. Cities will in return learn about the best practices and solutions from other countries facing similar challenges.
This year’s Awards is centred on mobilizing local authorities to focus on the management of local environment and development with the theme of building smart, liveable and sustainable cities. As such, technologies, projects and initiatives related to the construction of smart cities are encouraged to be included in the Submission.
LivCom Awards are made annually in three categories covering Whole Cities, Projects and Technologies& Solutions. Entrants of the Whole City Award registered through ISOCARP are required to provide a Registration Form prior to 1 July 2024 and Written Submission (no more than 4500 words and in strict accordance to the Six Judging Criteria) to info@livcomawards.org prior to 1 August 2024. After interim evaluation and review, the shortlisted entrants are required to organize a delegation to take part in onsite Finals Presentations, followed by questions asked by the Judges at the Finals organized in Cairo this early November.
The Judging Criteria mainly cover the following 6 aspects：

Enhancement of the Landscapes and Public Spaces
Arts, Culture and Heritage Management
Environmental Protection and Green Economy
Community Participation and Empowerment
Healthy Lifestyle
Sustainable Planning and Management Policies

Participation in LivCom is free of charge. However, it will be necessary to cover your own travel expenses (flights& accommodation) and personal costs.
Please find more on LivCom website: www.livcomawards.org
We look forward to your participation to this well-known Awards Competition and participation in the Awards is surely an investment in the future of a city.

ARCHITEKTURA METROPOLII | ARCHITECTURE OF THE METROPOLIS
2024-11-13 - 2024-11-15 | Urban Culture Institute (Instytut Kultury Miejskiej), Kunszt wodny, Targ Rakowy 11, Gdańsk, Gdańsk, Poland
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Next City Seminar
2025-09-25 - 2025-09-27 | Metropolitan Region Rotterdam, The Hague, Netherlands

Young Planning Professionals' Workshop - Designing for Walkability and Liveability: Multi-Scalar Public Space Strategies in Riyadh
2025-11-24 - 2025-11-28 | Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Masterclass - AI for Decision-Making in Urban Planning
2025-11-29 - 2025-11-30 | Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

61st ISOCARP World Planning Congress Cities & Regions in Action
2025-12-01 - 2025-12-04 | Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
