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UN Habitat
Nairobi, KEImpact-drivenSupranationalUrban ImpactSocial Impact
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Employees1,001 - 5,000
Founded1978
LocationNairobi
About UN Habitat
UN Habitat is the United Nations entity dedicated to fostering a better urban future through sustainable urban development and human settlements globally. The organization is a key contributor to the New Urban Agenda and primarily supports SDG 11 "Sustainable Cities and Communities," with secondary contributions to SDG 6 and SDG 13. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, UN Habitat maintains an extensive global presence across numerous countries in Africa, Asia, the Arab States, Latin America, and Europe, employing between 1,001 and 5,000 staff members. It addresses critical urban challenges such as climate change, housing, and urban planning.
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Sustainability Goals
Sustainable Cities & Communities
Fostering inclusive and resilient urban development
UN-Habitat supports cities and communities worldwide in developing and implementing sustainable urban planning and housing strategies for all residents.
Building safe and sustainable human settlements
The organization focuses on creating better urban futures by addressing critical challenges like slum upgrading, public space, and land tenure security.
Clean Water & Sanitation
Ensuring sustainable water and sanitation management
UN-Habitat works to provide equitable access to clean water and adequate sanitation services as a fundamental component of sustainable urban living.
Climate Action
Integrating climate action in urban development
The organization addresses climate change as a critical urban challenge, supporting cities in developing strategies for climate resilience and risk reduction.
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FAQs
Q1What is UN Habitat's main mission?
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UN Habitat is dedicated to fostering a better urban future through sustainable urban development and human settlements globally. The organization significantly contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals, especially by creating inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable cities and communities.
Q2Which Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does UN Habitat contribute to?
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UN Habitat primarily contributes to SDG 11 "Sustainable Cities and Communities." Additionally, the organization is secondarily committed to SDG 6 "Clean Water and Sanitation" and SDG 13 "Climate Action."
Q3Where does UN Habitat operate offices and is active?
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UN Habitat is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, and maintains an extensive global presence. The organization is active in numerous countries across Africa, Asia and the Pacific, Arab States, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Europe, including nations such as India, Iraq, Brazil, and Ukraine.
Q4Where can I find current job openings and application information for UN Habitat?
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Current job openings and detailed information on career opportunities at UN Habitat can be found on the organization's official careers page. This is accessible at unhabitat.org/join-us.
Q5What are UN Habitat's main topics and challenges?
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UN Habitat addresses a diverse range of critical urban challenges, including Climate Change, Housing, Human Rights, Land tenure security, Urban Planning, Mobility and Transport. Further key areas include Public Space, Resilience and Risk Reduction, Slum Upgrading, Waste Management, Water and Sanitation, and Local Economic Development.
