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Partners & engagements

Collaboration is how HAI aligns with policy, unlocks finance, and stays accountable to international good practice.

Strategic partnerships

HAI aligns programmes with public policy, global norms, and professional practice—unlocking resources, credibility, and long-term impact.

Strategic engagements

From national land reform dialogue to global urban forums, HAI contributes expertise and learns alongside peers worldwide.

Presidential Committee on Land Reforms, Subject Land Administration in Nigeria

HAI participates in the Presidential Committee on Land Reforms, contributing to land administration discussions—underscoring commitment to policy that supports HAI's urban and semi-urban renewal mission.

Contributions

  • Policy advocacy for sustainable, inclusive land administration.
  • On-the-ground perspectives to strengthen reform implementation.

UN Habitat Conference on Strengthening Partnership for New Africa Urban Agenda

Participation focusing on partnerships for the New Africa Urban Agenda—aligned with global collaboration and international priorities.

Contributions

  • Global advocacy for inclusivity, sustainability, and equity.
  • Knowledge exchange with practitioners and experts.

Expert Group Meeting Addis Ababa Habitat III

Active involvement in expert group meetings related to the Habitat III agenda—influencing and staying current on global urban development frameworks.

Contributions

  • Technical expertise from African on-the-ground experience.
  • Networking for future collaborations.

Slum Upgrading Program in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, Netherlands, Brazil

Participation in slum upgrading programmes across multiple countries—addressing informal settlement challenges with international scope.

Contributions

  • Community empowerment through participatory approaches.
  • International knowledge exchange across contexts.

World Urban Forums

Active participation in World Urban Forums for dialogue and knowledge exchange on urban issues.

Contributions

  • Showcasing successful projects and programmes.
  • Policy advocacy for inclusive, sustainable urban development.

GEMS 2 DFID World Bank Project

Engagement in GEMS 2 (Growth and Employment in States)—a DFID and World Bank collaborative effort linking economic growth and employment to urban development.

Contributions

  • Contributions to economic growth and employment.
  • Public–private collaboration across sectors.