Living & Inclusion: Designing Cities for Everyone at Smart City Expo World Congress 2025
Fostering more inclusive and equitable places to live
In these uncertain times when the future of education, healthcare and housing -essential for development- seem to be at stake, the definition of a livable city -holding the power to transform economies, protect the environment, and improve lives- makes more sense than ever. However, striving for inclusion and social well-being calls for new strategies balancing innovation and ethical concerns. What do cities need to guide this process responsibly and sustainably for the common good?
Discover policies, services and tech that reduce inequality and promote wellbeing
Gain insights into housing, care, education, and social inclusion from experts
Access premier networking to establish valuable connections and partnerships
What You’ll Learn About Living & Inclusion
Affordable and inclusive housing models
Universal accessibility and inclusive public spaces
Digital inclusion and social innovation
Wellbeing, mental health and care systems
Community engagement and participatory design
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ATTENDEES
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Industry Partners leading the way for the sector:
KEY ISSUES AT THE CENTER OF THE DEBATE
Livable Cities
How can cities guarantee the best living conditions for their citizens?
In what ways can urban planning strategies promote equitable access to resources public amenities for all citizens?
Key topics: Accessibility, Inclusive Public Spaces, Physical Security, Right to the City, Gentrification
Digital Values
How does digital transformation will enhance citizen participation while ensuring data transparency and security?
How can we guide behavior in the digital world and secure our digital rights?
Key topics: Digital Rights, Digital Trust, Digital Identity, Privacy, Data Protection, Disinformation
Closing the Gap
How can cities create more inclusive environments that support the needs and aspirations of women, immigrants, and other marginalized groups?
How can we bridge the digital gap and ensure all equitable access to technology and online resources?
Key topics: Equality, Gender Parity, Digital Divide, Social Inclusion, Minorities, Refugees
Wellbeing
How do urban policies and practices contribute to caring for citizens and promoting a healthier, more equitable quality of life?
In what ways can cities promote well-being as a foundation for thriving communities?
Key topics: Quality of Life, Caring Cities, Health, Aging Populations, Social Services, Economic Vitality, Community Development, Human Rights
All You Need to Know About the Living & Inclusion Program
2024 CONGRESS
SPEAKERS ON STAGE
Some of the experts who took to the stage at SCEWC24.
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Executive Director, University of California Los Angeles
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Regional Director, UN Women for the Americas and the Caribbean
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Housing and Urban Affairs Advisor
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Advisor, European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations
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Executive Director, Smart City Institute Japan
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Professor, UCL London
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Executive Director, Smart Columbus
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HIGHLIGHTED SESSIONS
Delve into key issues with world-renowned opinion leaders.
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09 NOV
CO-CREATED SESSIONS
2024 EXPO
– ¡LA COLMENA QUE DICE SÍ!
– ANDYAMO
– ASSOCIACIÓ XARXA D’ECONOMIA SOLIDÀRIA (XES)
– CISCO
– CITY AS A PLATFORM – TORONTO
– COCOMMUNS
– CREATIVECHAIN
– FACIL’ITI
– FAIRBNB
– FIWARE
– FREE KNOWLEDGE INSTITUTE
– GEORGIA TECH RESEARCH INSTITUTE
– IDEAS4CHANGE
– INDRA
– LA COMUNIFICADORA
– LEADING CITIES
– LOSONNANTE
– MASTERCARD
– OUISHARE
– SALUSCOOP
– SHARING CITIES ALLIANCE
– SHARING CITIES SWEDEN
– TEIXIDORA
– WIKILOC
PARTNERS
Leading organizations that shared their expertise at SCEWC23.
PARTNERS
SUPPORTING INSTITUTIONS
STRATEGIC ORGANIZATIONS
COLLABORATING ORGANIZATIONS
2024 PARTICIPANTS
ATTENDEE PROFILES
- Chairman Committee of Education,Science, Culture and Sport Affairs
- Commissioner for Housing Policy
- Deputy Mayor for Social Rights
- Director of Housing
- Director of Public Services and Healthcare
- Director of Social Services
- Head of Circular Economy
- Head of People Engagement & Social Collaboration
- Head of Public Works and Housing Department
- Head of Social Economy
- Head of Society Affairs
- Head of Youth & Education
- Manager of the Migrant Assistance Plan
- Senior Director of the Division of Social Justice and Racial Equity
PUBLIC SECTOR REPRESENTATIVES
A selection of the public sector representatives that took part in SCEWC24.
Councillor for Youth, Diversity, Technological Innovation and Sports
City of Alcorcón
Spain
Head of Smart City Genova Department
City of Genova
Italy
Deputy Mayor of Security, Health and Sports
City of Manresa
Spain
Former Minister of Solidarity, Social Integration and Family
City of Rabat
Morocco
Leader of Occupational Health and Safety
City of Seoul
South Korea
Alderman for Economic Affairs, Living Environment & Digitalization
City of s-Hertogenbosch
Netherlands
Head of Digital Health and Care
City of Tallinn
Estonia
Deputy Mayor of Equal Opportunities and Innovation
City of Verona
Italy
Head of the city department for local self-government, transport, civil protection and security
City of Zagreb
Croatia
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
A selection of the extensive program of 2024 Breakout Sessions related to this track.
Youth Reinventing Cities : How are youth ideas reshaping cities?
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Boost Democratic Participation in Cities to Recharge Democracy in Europe
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Digital rights in Europe: where are we at and where shall we go
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AI for Social Good
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