Many of the world’s fastest-growing cities are experiencing a sharp rise in violence. In a discussion moderated by The Globe and Mail’s Doug Saunders, experts from Africa, Asia, and Latin America share insights on creating safer, more equitable urban environments.

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Cities needs to be designed with the safety and dignity of their poorest and most vulnerable residents in mind. Read about how building better cities can reduce violence against women

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To mark International Youth Day,
IDRC asked researchers how economies might be made more inclusive for young people

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