Dialogue 3 - Housing at the Center of Crisis Recovery and Reconstruction (WUF13).
The thirteenth session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) takes place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 17 to 22 May 2026. The theme of WUF13 is: Housing the world: Safe and resilient cities and communities. What if recovery started with housing at the center of resilience and dignity? This dialogue will explore why housing must be placed at the center of crisis response, recovery and reconstruction in cities affected by conflict, climate shocks and natural disasters. When homes are destroyed, the loss extends beyond physical structures, undermining safety, dignity, livelihoods and social cohesion. As growing numbers of displaced people seek refuge in urban areas, many face precarious housing conditions that heighten vulnerability to further shocks. The session will examine how governments, communities and the private sector can rebuild homes and neighborhoods at scale while protecting housing, land and property rights. Drawing on global experiences—from conflict-driven displacement to dis...