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Urban Futures and Scenario Planning Workshop, the National Spatial Data Infrastructure role in transforming cities into smart and sustainable communities

Abbas M. el Zafarany

Facilitator

date November 8, 2024 | 09:00 - 12:00
place
Multipurpose room 16
organization
Faculty of Urban and Regional Planning Cairo University
country
Egypt
language
Arabic
Reference: 
TE 16-04

Summary

This training initiative provides a holistic understanding of urban dynamics, emphasizing the application of urban profiling and scenario planning. It equips participants with practical skills and knowledge essential for informed decision-making in urban planning processes, focusing on the role of National Spatial Data Infrastructure in managing and monitoring urban development projects.

Objectives

1. Develop a nuanced understanding of the role of urban profiling and scenario planning in urban planning, particularly in the context of migration.
2. Introduced to the various data collection methods and tools to gather comprehensive data for planning purposes.
3. Highlight the National Spatial Data Infrastructure's role in supporting decision-making processes for sustainable urban development.

Partners

Organization
Country
Faculty of Urban and Regional Planning Cairo University
Egypt
Ministry of Planning and Economic Development
Egypt
Military Survey Development
Egypt

Session panelists

Panelist
Role
Organization
Country
Mr. Mohamed Abou Samra
Urban Planning & Community Development expert
TAKAMOL Foundation for sustainable development
Mr. Mohab Abdel Moneim Elrefaie
Associate professor of urban planning
Ain Shams University Faculty of Engineering
Mr. Tarek Abou El Seoud
Professor of GeoInformatics Technologies & Environmental Planning
Faculty of Urban and Regional Planning