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Africa Urban Lab – Researcher
Eva joined the Charter Cities Institute as a researcher in February 2023. Her primary research interests include urban development, climate adaptation and resilience, and social capital. Prior to joining CCI, Eva worked as a researcher for the Gender, Justice, and Security Hub at the London School of Economics, where she focused on measuring wellbeing. She has also worked as a consultant for the Sustainability and Infrastructure Team in the Development Research Group of the World Bank. Eva holds an MA in international economics and international development from the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies and a BA in economics and international studies from the Johns Hopkins University.
This paper explores how cities, particularly in the Global South, can tackle the challenges of climate change and rapid urbanization to become resilient centers of sustainable development. Focusing on the concept of charter cities—newly established urban areas with innovative governance—the paper discusses their potential to
This blog series will explore the critical role of charter cities in fostering climate-resilient development across the Global South.
This blog series will explore the critical role of charter cities in fostering climate-resilient development across the Global South.
This blog series will explore the critical role of charter cities in fostering climate-resilient development across the Global South.
This blog series will explore the critical role of charter cities in fostering climate-resilient development across the Global South.
Each month, the CCI team selects a new book to read and discuss together. Our book club selections cover a wide range of topics that are relevant to charter cities, but they are most often related to development, urban issues, and governance. In this ongoing
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