Assemblies - Joint Opening of the Assemblies …

The Joint Opening of the Assemblies sets the tone for WUF13, transforming a diverse gathering of stakeholders into a collective force for action. At a moment marked by escalating housing challenges, climate pressures, and deepening inequalities, this opening moves beyond formal ceremony to activate participants as contributors to the Forum's outcomes.

Designed as a dynamic and immersive experience, the session blends storytelling, high-level engagement, and interactive participation to surface shared priorities and catalyze early commitments. Voices from across constituencies—youth, grassroots, private sector, local governments, and women leaders—will frame the ambitions of each assembly, grounding global challenges in lived realities.

Through real-time audience engagement and symbolic activation, the opening will build a shared sense of purpose and momentum. It will position the assemblies as agenda-shaping platforms that directly inform the deliberations of WUF13, the Baku Call to Action, and the implementation of the New Urban Agenda.

More than a launch, this moment marks the beginning of a collective journey toward actionable, inclusive, and transformative urban solutions.