“This used to be an unpleasant place. Now, it is very pleasing. It has seating and walking paths. I am happy.”—Habtamu, Ras Mekonnen, con the how he and his neighbors took action with our workshop to help their community thrive. 🇪🇹 💙 #nationalcommunityactionmonth #buildingequity

Access to nature directly impacts a community's physical, social, and emotional well-being. That's one of the reasons why we're so passionate about nurturing public green spaces.💚🌍 #EarthDay2024 #citiesforpeople #buildingequity

“Block by Block is inspiring the next generation of creators in communities around the world.” —James Delaney on the power of #Minecraft to help kids reimagine their communities. #citiesforpeople #gamesforgood #buildingequity

In the wake of COVID, @UNHabitat pinpointed 12 key ways to help cities be better prepared and more resilient in pandemic times. Health and safety is foundational to helping communities thrive. ArchDaily #WorldHealthDay #LetsTalk #buildingequity archdaily.com/961166/12-key-…

We're proud to bring together people of all races, gender, abilities, and interests to help them create the public spaces that serve the whole community. #CelebrateDiversityMonth #citiesforpeople #buildingequity

Check out the colorful results from our work with @HealthbridgeCan and the people of Tan Mai, Vietnam, to help beautify this community market. 💙 🇻🇳 #citiesforpeople

What makes you happy? For us, it's helping communities transform unused public spaces into vibrant, sustainable gathering places that bring their ideas to life. #InternationalDayofHappiness #citiesforpeople #buildingequity

Where you see stairs, our workshop participants see gathering places, playgrounds, and a chance to use art to inspire joy.💙 #internationalideasmonth #citiesforpeople

“It is wonderful to see adolescent girls and women engaged in re-designing public spaces and so empowered to present their ideas.” —Cecilia Andersson, friend of Block by Block #IWD2024 #InternationalWomensDay #InspireInclusion #buildingequity

We believe every person deserves a safe public space to relax and enjoy, no matter your race, gender, age, or ability. #optimismmonth #citiesforpeople #buildingequity

Board Chair James Delaney will host a Block by Block workshop and showcase the transformative role of tech in solving urban climate challenges at the Sustainable Cities in Action Forum at @ExpoCityDubai. #ExpoCityDubai #SustainableCitiesForum expodubaigroup.com/special-events…

We 💙 our workshop participants! When communities come together to imagine something better, it's a beautiful thing.😍 Thanks for capturing the magic, @hercitytoolbox. #citiesforpeople #hercity @godownarts @UNHabitat @globalutmaning

For every woman in the fields of computer science, engineering, and technology, there are four men. We believe equitable problem solving requires equitable input. #womeninSTEM #STEM

'Ethiopia is undergoing rapid urbanization, but most of the focus is on buildings and businesses...what about the standard of living? If the kids don't have a place to play, what's the point of the city?” —Aklilu Fikresilassie, @UNHabitat Program Manager #WorldUrbanismDay

All kids should have access to education. That's why we partnered with this school in South Africa to better serve its students with disabilities. 🇿🇦 💙 #UNInternationalDayofEducation #buildingequity blockbyblock.org/projects/vukuh…

Around the world, Block by Block Workshops help future generations get interested in community involvement and bring their insightful, creative ideas to life. #CreativityMonth #childfriendlycities

Engaging everyone who will live in and use a public space is key to building safer, enjoyable, and more connected communities, now and in the future. 💙 #HumanitarianDay #buildingequity #childfriendlycities

Our Kalobeyei workshop gathered 70 people—including refugees and hosts across six nationalities—to redesign a public space together. The result was a vibrant communal spot enjoyed by ALL. 💙 #buildingpeace #buildingcommunity blockbyblock.org/projects/kalob…

Wishing a joyous and productive New Year to all the neighbors, local officials, and organizations reinvigorating their communities, block by block. 💙 #NewYearsDay #newyearsresolution #citiesforpeople

As you step into the new year, think about ways you could have a positive impact on the future of your community, no matter how small. 💙 #NYE #NewYearsEve #2024