Improving social planning for human settlements

Developing improved policy for human settlements
Improving planning and policy for human settlements

Description

Improving social planning for human settlements involves systematically designing and managing urban and rural environments to meet community needs, enhance quality of life, and ensure equitable access to resources. This strategy addresses issues such as overcrowding, inadequate infrastructure, and social exclusion by integrating participatory planning, efficient land use, and inclusive service provision. Its practical intent is to create resilient, sustainable settlements that support social cohesion, economic opportunity, and environmental health for all residents.

Context

This strategy features in the framework of Agenda 21 as formulated at UNCED (Rio de Janeiro, 1992), now coordinated by the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development and implemented through national and local authorities. Agenda 21 recommends promoting human resource development and capacity-building for human settlements development.