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International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 1d

With over half the world’s population living in #cities: it becomes clear that mental #health IS #urban health

On #WorldMentalHealthDay, let’s remember: how we #design our #cities shapes how we live, connect & cope

Learn more with us next month in Wellington, NZ → icuh2025.org

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International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 4d

1.8 billion people still lack adequate homes:

In honor of #WorldHabitatDay 2025 this week, we remember that affordable #housing is at the heart of #UrbanHealth

Want to learn more? Join us #ICUH25 next month as we explore the intersection of #housing & #health

Register today: icuh2025.org

International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 4d

Great to join our partners @isglobal.bsky.social today in Barcelona for their workshop "Integrating Nature & Social Connection to Alleviate Loneliness"

Our ED Giselle Sebag shared our model on reimagining social & nature prescribing — make sure to register for #ICUH25 to continue the dialogue!

International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 9d

We’re proud to unveil the #ICUH25 Tohu (logo) created in collaboration with Zeus Te Ahuru of Tahi Design:

More than a logo, it reflects #Aotearoa’s heritage and the global dialogue on #UrbanHealth — symbolizing resilience & healthier #cities for the future!

Learn more & register: icuh2025.org

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International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 11d

Introducing our special Government Roundtable coming up #ICUH25: “Governing for #UrbanHealth”

We’re thrilled to welcome Paris Kirby from the Auckland Council alongside other public leaders to share how #Aotearoa is advancing healthier, more equitable #cities!

Stay tuned for updates!

icuh2025.org

International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 15d

Strong voices led the discussion:

- @ashvasnyc.bsky.social: “Healthcare requires leadership”
- Jeannette Ickovics @yalesph.bsky.social : “Cities have more power than they know”

+ insights from @rockefellerfdn.bsky.social @lancetcountdown.bsky.social & Mexico City

Read the report: lnkd.in/dBrnmNVF

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International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 15d

Key insights:

- Greening, cool roofs, active #transport → 15% fewer heat/air-pollution deaths
- #WASH → 166,000 lives saved annually
- Healthy lifestyles → 131,000 fewer chronic disease deaths/year
- #Community resilience → up to 13% lower mortality

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International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 15d

Yesterday as part of #ClimateWeekNYC we joined the launch of “The Case for Action: The Power of Prevention to Support Health in a Changing Climate” — a report showing why prevention = climate action — led by @yalesph.bsky.social & more of our partners including @bupauk.bsky.social!

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International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 16d

Thank you for having us @clintonglobal.bsky.social @clintonfoundation.bsky.social @hillaryclinton.bsky.social @billclinton.bsky.social & for reminding us that cooperation works better than conflict, that every single one of us has a role to play & that together we can work for better tomorrows

International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 16d

We want to acknowledge how deeply inspiring the Clinton family's extraordinary efforts & commitment to building a healthier, more equitable future has been & continues to be for so many of us working in international development & global public health in particular

@clintonfoundation.bsky.social

International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 16d

Wrapping up an incredible two days @clintonglobal.bsky.social #CGI2025 in NYC for its 20th edition!

We're so grateful for the opportunity to hear from & learn alongside global leaders driving change in public health + climate action — and for being able to formally commit to our CTA

#UrbanHealth

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C40 Cities @c40cities.bsky.social · 16d

Mayor @valplante.bsky.social at #ClimateWeekNYC on implementing infrastructure to protect residents against extreme weather:

“This action is a commitment to our residents, immediately reducing risk while longer term helping with insurance, affordability, and the sustained value of their homes."

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International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 16d

At @clintonglobal.bsky.social #CGI2025, our ED took the Leaders Stage to formally launch our CTA: Transforming Places, Healing Communities

Very proud to pilot a new healthy housing model together with @newyorkfed.bsky.social, Placemaking US, Buffalo Center for Health Equity & support from @rwjf.org

International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 17d

Breakthrough @clintonglobal.bsky.social #CGI2025: twice-yearly injectable PrEP could be available by 2027 across 120+ countries — feat. Nobel Prize @mariaressa.bsky.social @unitaid.bsky.social @unitaidcommunities.bsky.social

Shoutout to our partners @londonftci.bsky.social working on the frontline!

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International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 18d

Our Health Equity Working Group in full swing today @clintonglobal.bsky.social #CGI2025!

Proud to join forces with our commitment partners Dr. Tolullah Oni from Urban Better & Hanaa Hamdi from @newyorkfed.bsky.social — looking forward to continuing our efforts for a healthier & equitable future

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International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 18d

Honored to be back @clintonglobal.bsky.social 2025 Annual Meeting in NYC this week — joining leaders across sectors to spark bold, collaborative action on today’s most pressing challenges

Follow along for more updates over the next days!

Learn more: clintonglobal.org/2025

#CGI2025 #UrbanHealth

Clinton Global Initiative 2025 Annual Meeting – Clinton Foundation

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ITDP @itdp-hq.bsky.social · 19d

A great kick off to #ClimateWeekNYC, with speakers highlighting strategies for improving air quality and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the urban #transport sector. Thank you to our co-hosts at the Crux Alliance and the ICCT, as well as our speakers!

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International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 19d

Proud to attend the launch of the Case for Action report from the Resilient Cities Reimagining Health initiative this week in NYC!

The report shows how #cities can cut emissions to save lives & strengthen #health

Read more: bit.ly/46HTENk

#UrbanHealth

International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 19d

Introducing our next #ICUH25 plenary on "Indigenous Solutions & Regional Insights"!

Honored to welcome Prof. Toshiharu Ikaga @keiouniversity.bsky.social — pioneer in #sustainable #architecture & #climate-resilient #cities

Join us in Wellington!

Register today: icuh2025.org/registration

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International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 20d

This week is @climategroup.bsky.social #ClimateWeekNYC 2025!

We're excited to be headed to NYC for the world’s largest #climate gathering — connecting leaders from government, academia & civil society to tackle urgent #climate challenges.

Stay tuned for more updates all week!

#UrbanHealth

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Impact on Urban Health @impurbanhealth.bsky.social · 20d

🛒The local convenience store is often the only option for children and families living on lower incomes.

💡 We have the opportunity to help them offer healthy, affordable food for the local community. #GoodFoodRetail
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmQOZx0uaGA

Good Food Retail 2025

The local convenience store is often the only option for children and families living on lower incomes. How can we increase access to healthy food options in convenience stores?

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International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · 23d

Thrilled to join @clintonglobal.bsky.social once again next week for #CGI2025 — convening leaders from around the world to take action on today’s most urgent challenges!

Stay tuned for more announcements & live updates!

clintonglobal.org/2025

#UrbanHealth

Clinton Global Initiative @clintonglobal.bsky.social · Aug 7

NEW: President Bill Clinton shares a message with the global development community about this year's agenda for action at #CGI2025.

www.clintonfoundation.org/clinton-glob...

International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · Sep 12

Thrilled to be reunited at IFLA World Congress with our Global Knowledge Partners yesterday — our ED Giselle Sebag + @marcusxgrant.bsky.social Editor-in-Chief @citiesxhealth.bsky.social + Elisabeth Belpaire, President ISOCARP w/ the latest issue in hand

Onward to more collaboration & shared impact!

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International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · Sep 11

Fantastic to also hear from our partner Elisabeth Belpaire from ISOCARP who reminded us that communities must be part of the narrative — and of the vital importance of #community empowerment

So great to be able to reconnect with so many landscape #architects colleagues from around the world

International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) @is4urbanhealth.bsky.social · Sep 11

Thank you IFLA for having us today!

Our ED Giselle Sebag shared the floor with colleagues from Italy, France, Turkey & more on Day 2 of IFLA 2025 World Congress — highlighting the many ways that landscape #architecture can facilitate #health in #urban settings

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