The GCoM-Gap Fund Partnership is excited to participate in World Urban Forum 12 (WUF12) this November in Cairo. As part of this global event hosted by UN-Habitat, we are hosting a partner-led session and joining various networking sessions, training events, and panels to enhance awareness on climate finance and project preparation for cities worldwide.
Featured Sessions
Fostering Climate Action at the Local Level
November 7, 9:00 AM | Voices from Cities – Room B
The GCOM-GAP Fund Partnership partner-led session will showcase how cities can turn climate challenges into actual actions. Learn from success stories and explore how the Gap Fund supports climate resilience through strategic partnerships. This session is essential for cities looking to enhance project preparation and secure climate finance.
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Arab Mayor Academy – Partnerships for Local Impact
November 5, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Multipurpose Room 03
Organized by UNESCWA, UN-Habitat, and UCLG-MEWA, the team will join this training event to support to equip city leaders with practical tools to integrate funding strategies with Results-Based Management, enabling them to access climate finance and drive measurable impact for local initiatives.
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Bridging the Gap: Finance for Local Climate Projects
November 6, 1:00-2:30 PM |Multipurpose room 08
Led by the Marmara Municipalities Union, the team will join this discussion on innovative financing solutions for urban climate projects, focusing on practical approaches to unlock funding for local initiatives.
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Innovative Financing Instruments
November 5, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Multipurpose Room 14
This session, led by the European Investment Bank (EIB), will explore financial tools designed to help cities scale their climate ambitions.
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Nature-Positive Cities in the Arab Region
November 6, 1:00-2:30 PM
Explore nature-based solutions for enhancing urban climate resilience in the Arab region. This session will provide practical insights on integrating green solutions into city planning.
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Results-Based Management in Community Planning
November 5, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Multipurpose Room 03
Learn effective strategies for incorporating results-based planning into city-led climate initiatives to achieve meaningful impact.
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Meet the GCoM-Gap Fund Partnership Team:
Throughout WUF12, the GCoM-Gap Fund team will be available for consultations at the GCoM Booth. We invite city leaders, urban practitioners, and partners to engage with us and explore how we can support climate action and project preparation in cities through access to finance and technical assistance.
About the GCoM-Gap Fund Partnership:
The GCoM-Gap Fund Partnership provides critical support to cities in developing countries by offering technical assistance for climate-smart urban projects. By helping cities overcome early-stage project preparation challenges, the Gap Fund empowers them to secure the financing needed to achieve their climate goals.
For more information about the GCoM-Gap Fund Partnership, visit the official website.