Decent Work and Spatial Planning

Decent Work and Spatial Planning
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Decent Work and Spatial Planning

 Fostering coherence between urban and labour market policies

25 Novembre–27 Dicembre 2024
Il corso è disponibile in English

The new ITCILO, ILO and UN Habitat online 5-week course will provide you with essential insights, practical tools, and resources to build capacity to promote decent work and address urban spatial inequality in a systemic approach that links spatial planning and labour market policies and programmes.

Presentazione del corso

Spatial inequality affects millions of workers globally; unequal access to services and opportunities hinders the achievement of equitable outcomes, and while the focus in the past has been on the rural-urban divide, it is increasingly clear that inequalities along different dimensions exist within urban centres as well. Inequalities impact not only those in informal settlements but also residents of overcrowded suburbs and peri-urban areas, distant and poorly connected zones. People who work and live in those environments often face inequalities through multiple dimensions: unequal access to and low standards of essential services (e.g. health, employment, education, sanitation, access to nutritious food and basic manufactured goods, leisure, security and transportation), exclusion from opportunities, as well as high density and inadequate living conditions. Challenges related to informality in both employment and housing markets further exacerbate these inequalities, as informal workers and residents often lack access to formal protections and secure housing markets. Given these challenges, ensuring inclusive spaces and improving access to adequate housing are crucial for promoting decent work and reducing spatial inequalities Occupying poorly planned and underserved spaces is proven to impact workers' well-being, productivity, and income generation, leading to unequal economic outcomes, as these environments affect access to jobs, increase commuting times, and negatively influence the rest and health of workers and their families. Unequal land and asset ownership also limits access to secure, affordable housing. Conversely, providing adequate and well-planned housing improves labour mobility by reducing commute times and enhancing access to job opportunities. Historically, advancements in urban planning have often been driven by the need to create healthy and decent living environments for workers, which in turn supports broader inclusive and sustainable economic development. To address these urban inequalities and promote decent work effectively, this course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to develop and implement effective policy and programmatic solutions at the intersection of spatial planning and labour market policies and programmes. Featuring international experts and drawing on successful case studies from around the world, the course will inspire and empower participants to create resilient and inclusive urban environments that offer decent work opportunities for all.

Chi si iscrive a questo corso?

¿ Government officials and policymakers at national and local levels ¿ Urban planners, policymakers, and housing specialists ¿ Members of Workers' and employers' organizations ¿ Representatives from civil society organizations ¿ Researchers and academics ¿ Representatives from the private sector ¿ Professionals in international development and urban regeneration ¿ Advocates for social justice, urban inclusion, and sustainable development

Objectives
  • Understand the correlation between spatial inequality and decent work in different contexts (including developing countries cities).
  • Identify structural barriers and how these apply to different social groups (e.g. women, youth, older persons, persons with disabilities) and evaluate effective policy interventions to address these challenges.
  • Reflect on the investment models that support the development of inclusive spaces and adequate housing, generating decent work opportunities, and how investments should be designed to maximise their inequality-reducing impact.
  • Integrate labour market strategies into urban planning to improve worker mobility, access to jobs, and foster inclusive socio-economic development to reduce inequality of opportunity.
  • Develop strategies for building resilient and inclusive urban environments that enhance the quality of life and create decent work opportunities for marginalized populations, incorporating digital technologies and green economy principles.
Format and methodology

The course will be delivered over five weeks, with each of the first four weeks dedicated to a specific module. Each module will explore a key topic combining theoretical insights with practical applications. Every week, participants will engage with the module's content through readings, interactive self-guided activities and a live webinar featuring international experts, offering opportunities for in-depth discussion and case study exploration. In the final week, participants will complete a comprehensive assignment, synthesizing the knowledge gained throughout the course.

  • Week 1: Linkages between Spatial Planning and Decent Work
  • Week 2: Inclusive Spatial Planning for Socio-Economic Development
  • Week 3: Access to Adequate Housing and Job Creation
  • Week 4: Leveraging Advances in Urban Planning and New Digital Technologies for Inclusive Local Development
  • Week 5: The future of cities – Final assignment

For more information regarding each module, you can download the Activity flyer on top of this page.

Certificate

By the end of the course and upon successful completion of course requirements, you will receive a Certificate of Participation.

Application

The deadline for applications is the 18 November 2024.

To apply, candidates must submit their application form and sponsorship letter at the following link:  https://oarf2.itcilo.org/DST/A9718178/en

 

 

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