Innovation Officer @UNHABITAT, enthusiastic about @SmartChallenges, #climatesmartcities, #digitaltechnology, #urbaninnovation & #blueeconomy. Classical pianist.
Joined April 2012
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11 Apr 2025
Inspiring conversation on how #AI can power #urban systems in a #peoplecentred way, with @Ahmad_Alnafesah from @SDAIA_SA, Commissioner @TunbosunAlake from @followlasg, @abdinassirsagar from @UNITACHamburg and @DrAkramAwad from @BCG at @AIM_Congress, organized by @UNHABITAT.
#سدايا تشارك في #قمة_الاستثمار بأبوظبي من خلال جلسة طاولة مستديرة بالتعاون مع برنامج الأمم المتحدة للمستوطنات البشرية (UN-Habitat) لبحث تطبيقات وحوكمة الذكاء الاصطناعي في المدن الذكية.
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27 Mar 2025
I'm hiring a consultant on Digital Technologies for Climate Smart Cities @UNHABITAT in Nairobi. The product is a practical playbook/tool for local governments. Apply by 9 April. careers.un.org/jobSearchDesc… #peoplecentred #smartcities #urbaninnovation @ViableCities @DarkMatter_Labs
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13 Mar 2025
Excited that my interview is featured in @NaturePortfolio on how @UNHABITAT's international guidelines on people-centred smart cities will set the tone for a more equitable & resilient urban future in which digital tech truly serves people and the planet. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
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5 Feb 2025
Happening today! The “Accelerating Sustainable Futures” webinar is your opportunity to learn about challenge-driven innovation & its power to transform cities. lnkd.in/deYtWaCH
#challengedriveninnovation #innovationchallenge #urbaninnovation @Challenge_Works @UNHABITAT
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31 Jan 2025
Looking forward to seeing you here in 4 days! Don't forget to register below.
31 Jan 2025
🚨 In only 4 days! Register to this webinar with @Challenge_Works. This is your chance to explore our new guide on challenge-driven innovation and learn from real-world examples, actionable tips, and resources for tackling urban challenges!
Register here: nesta.zoom.us/webinar/regist…
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30 Jan 2025
Make sure to register to this exciting webinar taking place on Wed, 6 Feb at 4PM (EAT) where we're launching our new guide on challenge-driven innovation in cities - a practical step-by-step tool for city leaders & innovators.
Register here: nesta.zoom.us/webinar/regist…
30 Jan 2025
6 days to go⏳Don’t miss out on the “Accelerating Sustainable Futures” webinar with @Challenge_Works where we’ll launch our practical guide with tools, tips & resources for city leaders & innovators on challenge-driven innovation in cities.
Register here: nesta.zoom.us/webinar/regist…
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28 Jan 2025
UN-Habitat will join the Regional Meeting in Bratislava, hosted by MIRDI Slovak Republic, on 28-29 Jan. Experts will finalize guidelines for people-centered smart cities, using data, AI, and digital tools to drive sustainable urban development. 📊
🔗 loom.ly/ReA1Wog
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19 Apr 2024
Join us on April 24 to discuss AI needs-centred approaches with and for vulnerable communities» 15:00 CET (GMT 2) - Register at digitalhelpdeskforcities.org…
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17 Apr 2024
Honoured to meet H.E Serdar Berdimuhamedov, President of Turkmenistan and mark a new milestone in our strategic partnership.
We discussed cooperation measures to promote national development and achieve the SDGs including sustainable urban development.
▶️bit.ly/49GUN6Y
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17 Apr 2024
Excited to attend the first expert meeting to develop the #InternationalGuidelines on #peoplecentred #smartcities in Strasbourg, France! 31 experts have been selected by @UNHABITAT to co-create this monumental document that will become a foundation for smart cities globally.
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17 Apr 2024
Urbanization in Turkmenistan has emerged as a transformative force!
As the process continues, we will work closely with @DShlapachenko and the entire @UN_Turkmenistan to plan and manage the challenges associated with urban growth for a better urban future.
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15 Apr 2024
Cities often draw upon marine resources, straining their ecosystems.
Together w/ @UNEP, we are implementing @GoBlueKenya project promoting inclusive & sust. economic growth while preserving & responsibly utilizing coastal & marine ecosystems.
#OceanDecadeConference, #Barcelona.
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15 Apr 2024
Key takeaways from launching the Co-Designing Urban Futures workshop last month in Nairobi | A partnership between @UNHABITAT, @CPCatapult & @GSMA that supports smaller cities to solve their urban & climate challenges by working with #tech #innovators.
gsma.com/solutions-and-impac…
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26 Mar 2024
Had a fruitful exchange with USG @gioasempre of @UNTechEnvoy.
We have agreed that @UNHabitat will join the Digital Cooperation Fund to support the implementation of the Global Alliance of Mayors for Digital Cooperation.
Looking forward to a productive partnership.
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1 Mar 2024
Deadline extended to March 10th 2024 - UNITAC open Call for Projects, apply now! @UNHABITAT @unhabitatyouth @UNHabitatPh @unhabitat_ny @UNHABITAT_ROAF @UNHABITAT_PLGS @UNHabitatEU @UN_OICT @citysciencelab
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20 Feb 2024
Today, on World Day of Social Justice, UN-Habitat is proudly joining the Global Coalition for Social Justice. Together with our partners, we stand for human rights, equality and resilience.
#SocialJustice
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7 Dec 2023
Happy to contribute to this important discussion today on #innovative methodologies in #urban design. @UNHABITAT #publicspace #digitaltechnologies #peoplecentered #smartcities #publicspaceprogramme @josechong
7 Dec 2023
🌐 Join us for a thrilling exploration of "Innovative Methodologies in Urban Design, a #PublicSpace perspective" organized by Global #PublicSpaceProgramme @UNHABITAT. 🏙️
🌍 Date: Dec 7, 2023. Time 8:30 AM AST. More details in the flyer.
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7 Dec 2023
🌐 Join us for a thrilling exploration of "Innovative Methodologies in Urban Design, a #PublicSpace perspective" organized by Global #PublicSpaceProgramme @UNHABITAT. 🏙️
🌍 Date: Dec 7, 2023. Time 8:30 AM AST. More details in the flyer.
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28 Nov 2023
I'm thrilled to discuss the Future of Cities at the #CreativesSummit, and why our work on centering people in #smartcities and having international guidelines is so important. This is part of the @KenyaInnovWeek, organized by @KENIAupdates @commonwealthsec @ke_British. #KIW2023
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16 Nov 2023
Isabel Wetzel, Programme Management Officer at UN-Habitat, dives into the importance of establishing governance frameworks and common standards when digitizing municipal services. She highlights UN-Habitat’s work in developing comprehensive international guidance for cities.
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