Today, even though cities are the hubs of economic growth, they are also the hubs of extreme human poverty. Almost 71 per cent of Sub-Saharan Africa's urban population lives in slums, and approximately 40 per cent of city dwellers in Asia live in slums. This dichotomy and disparity is a serious threat to the future and can lead to collapse of social order. Socially sustainable human settlements are therefore a key to a sound future. The 'Civility' is a Audio Slide Show Series that profiles people, ideas and initiatives that are driving positive social development, social cohesion and integration.
Today, even though cities are the hubs of economic growth, they are also the hubs of extreme human poverty. Almost 71 per cent of Sub-Saharan Africa's urban population lives in slums, and approximately 40 per cent of city dwellers in Asia live in slums. This dichotomy and disparity is a serious threat to the future and can lead to collapse of social order. Socially sustainable human settlements are therefore a key to a sound future. The 'Civility' is a Audio Slide Show Series that profiles people, ideas and initiatives that are driving positive social development, social cohesion and integration.
