Culture plays an important role in the city’s social and economic development, development of moral and spiritual aspects of personality, achievement of worthy standard and quality of living for city residents.
In Mexico, public schools and communities face challenges derived from social inequality, structural violence and the lack of recognition of diversity, which directly impact on the well-being and integral development of children, youth and adults.
Puebla is one of the most important states of Mexico and ranks first among the ‘States with the highest number of Pueblos Magicos (Magic Towns)’ according to the Federal Secretary of Culture.
Konya faces various challenges and opportunities typical of a rapidly growing urban center in Turkey. With a population exceeding 2 million, Konya experiences rapid urbanization, which leads to an increased pressure on infrastructure, housing, and public services.
Matera is a city in the South of Italy with 62.000 inhabitants.
Montevideo is home to (2023 census data) 1,302,954 people in an area of 200 km2. It was the eighth most visited city in Latin America by foreigners in 2013 and contributes almost 50% of the national GDP.
Istanbul’s position as a bridge between East and West makes the city an ideal candidate to represent the spirit of cultural exchange and dialogue.
Jakarta, Indonesia’s bustling capital, grapples with urban challenges like congestion and limited green spaces.
Dakar is the capital of Senegal, a West African country with a population with over 18,000,000 inhabitants and a national area of 196,722 km2.