A highly participatory programme, the orientation and thrust of SCP activities is largely determined by its partner cities, within the overarching UN framework of implementing Agenda 21 at the local level, and the environment dimensions of the Habitat Agenda. Objectives Cities which are economically more efficient, socially more equitable and where hard-won development achievements are sustainable. Real and visible improvements in living conditions to urban populations all over the world, especially the urban poor.
Some projects are about to expand from city-level demonstrations to national programmes.
These include some secondary cities in Chile, Egypt, Nigeria, Senegal, Sri Lanka and Tanzania. Working Methods Development of Environmental Profile by local experts, City Consultation, identification of priority issues, establishment of Working Groups, development of strategies and action plans, implementation. Institutionalisation is on-going throughout the process. All Rights Reserved.