FINANCE YOUR CITIES
INNOVATION AWARDS

The Ceremony of the 1st Edition of the Finance Your Cities Innovation Awards took place in November during an international high-level event at the World Urban Forum 12 in Cairo, Egypt.

All sectors are encouraged to apply, but applicant organizations must answer the eligibility criteria.
Applicant organizations must belong to one of the 3 categories, and all submissions must be either at the final stage of implementation or implemented in the last three years with evidence-based reporting material.

 The category “Local and Regional Governments” refers to the governing bodies at the local and regional levels, such as city councils, mayors, and regional administrations. They are responsible for making decisions and implementing policies that directly impact urban development within their jurisdictions. They play a crucial role in managing infrastructure, land use, zoning regulations, and public services to shape the growth and well-being of cities and regions.

“Ministries and National Agencies” are government bodies at the national level that are responsible for overseeing and coordinating various sectors of urban development. They formulate policies, develop strategic plans, and provide regulatory frameworks related to areas like housing, transportation, environment, urban planning, and economic development. These entities work closely with local governments and other stakeholders to ensure effective governance and implementation of urban development initiatives.

“Public Development Banks” are financial institutions, often owned or controlled by the government, that provide long-term financing and investment for development projects. They focus on funding initiatives that promote economic growth, infrastructure development, and social welfare. In the context of urban development, public development banks play a vital role in providing loans, grants, and technical assistance to support urban infrastructure projects, affordable housing programs, and sustainable urbanization efforts.

Submissions are exclusively applied to one category.

Firstly, the entries were reviewed by the Technical Committee, including a round of feedback with the focal points of the submitted projects when necessary. Following this shortlisting, the deliberation was made by the Jury.
The final nominees have been called back following the announcement so as to prepare an online pitching session with the jury panel members that occured one month prior to the Ceremony, 2024.

All submissions dedicated to the specific issue of adaptation have been considered for the Grand Prix. The recipient of the Grand Prix did not receive an award for the category it had originally entered. It is not possible to apply specifically for the Grand Prix.