Partnerships and Joint Ventures between the State and Community-organizations and Local NGOs; the Experience to Date and Future Possibilities
Day / Time Thursday, June 22nd / 16:30 - 18:30
Event Description
Shack Dwellers International, a global network of slum dweller organisations, is committed to brokering deals with formal institutions, especially government. The primary focus is on land tenure, infrastructure and housing. These national federations have a long track record of negotiating solutions with state institutions and other development stakeholders. This session will showcase partnerships between the South African Government, the South African Federation of the Urban Poor and SDI. It will, also, showcase the partnership between the Indian National Slum Dwellers Federation and the city of Mumbai .
Session Language
English
Speakers
The Honorable Ms. Lindiwe Sisulu, South Africa Minister of Housing
A Jockin, President - Shack Dwellers International
Police Commissioner Roy - Chief Police Commissioner, Mumbai