Global Philanthropy Forum

Our globalized world is—and will continue to become—increasingly urban. By 2050, it is expected that nearly 70 percent of the world’s population will reside in cities, an increase of nearly 20 percent as compared with 2009. This important shift will bringwith it increased pressure on infrastructure, government services, natural resources, climate and many other aspects critical to quality of life. One approach to addressing the urban challenge is to focus on cities that are fair, democratic and  environmentally sustainable. Panelists will explore ways that philanthropy can support the development of more sustainable cities and consider ways that this agenda can catalyze broader collaboration in this field.Ana Mercedes Botero Arboleda, Executive Director, Fundación CoronaDavid Gómez Álvarez, Executive Director, Jalisco Cómo VamosRicardo Young, EntrepreneurEmily Fintel Kaiser, Director, Global Relations, Fundación AVINA (m)