Challenges
Rapid Urbanization Around the Globe
Cities must be at the forefront of tackling critical global health and development issues.
- By 2050, an estimated 70% of the world’s population will live in cities.
- More than 90% of urban population growth will be in low and middle income countries (LMICs).
- The fastest growing cities in the world are those with a population of approximately 250,000.
ISUH: Developing healthy, equitable cities for all
The International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) is the only global nonprofit organization working to bring together leaders from across academia, government, philanthropy, the nonprofit, and private sectors to achieve a healthier, more equitable urban future for all people, in all communities, worldwide. Your support helps to sustain ISUH, enabling us to advance our mission to achieve a healthier, more equitable urban future for all.
