Co-Cities Explained
Urbanization is accelerating. With most of the world now living in cities, and more on the way, challenges like limited resources, uneven access, and social fragmentation are becoming increasingly common.
The Co-City Framework offers a practical, research-backed approach to help cities respond. It’s built on a simple but powerful idea: cities function best when people work together. Instead of relying solely on top-down systems, Co-Cities encourage collaboration between residents, institutions, and other stakeholders to manage shared spaces and services more effectively.
Backed by over a decade of global research and 100+ case studies, the Co-City Framework translates proven models of community-led resource management into a tested approach for navigating the complexity of urban life.
At its core, Co-Cities is built on collaboration between five key actors:
- Civic Society
- Community Organizations
- Businesses
- Knowledge Institutions
- Public Authorities
Together, they create cities that serve everyone.