Another Information Session Held for Media Representatives within WUF13 Framework

On April 27, another information session was held for media representatives within the framework of the Thirteenth Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), jointly organized by the Media Development Agency, ADA University, and WUF13 Azerbaijan Operating Company.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Natig Mammadli, Deputy Executive Director of the Media Development Agency, noted that international platforms like WUF13 are of great importance for discussing sustainable urban planning approaches and sharing best practices. In this regard, it is particularly crucial for media representatives to thoroughly evaluate the topic and convey it to the public in the correct context.

Aygun Hajiyeva, Advisor to the Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs and Head of Professional Development Programs at ADA University, stated that the University closely cooperates with the Media Development Agency and press representatives. She assessed the involvement of nearly 600 media representatives in training on topics of national and global importance in recent years as a significant contribution to media education in the country. Aygun Hajiyeva also noted that ADA University attaches special importance to modern urban planning and sustainability issues.

Katerina Bezgachina, Communications Director of the UN Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), emphasized in her speech that holding WUF13 in Azerbaijan creates unique opportunities for the media. She noted that this event will provide journalists with the chance to communicate directly with global experts, closely follow international practices, and cover the most current topics in urban planning on-site.

Within the framework of the information session, Jamila Ismayilzade, Head of the Substantive Content Department of WUF13 Azerbaijan Operating Company, spoke on “WUF13 Topics, Dialogues”; Chagri Karimzade, Head of the Urban Planning and Architecture Department of the Baku City Architecture and Urban Planning Main Department under the State Committee for Urban Planning and Architecture of the Republic of Azerbaijan, spoke on “Baku City Master Plan”; Sabina Mammadova, Chief Coordinator for Inclusive Event Planning at WUF13 Azerbaijan Operating Company, and Leyla Safarli, Event Manager for Accessibility and Inclusivity, spoke on “Accessibility and Inclusivity at WUF13 Event”; and Nargiz Gulmaliyeva, Lead Advisor of the Transport Policy Department of the Ministry of Digital Development and Transport, spoke on “Green Transport, Micromobility.”

It was brought to attention that the topics discussed within WUF13 cover the main directions of modern urban planning approaches, bringing together important issues such as the formation of a sustainable and inclusive urban environment, strategic planning of cities, and the implementation of environmentally efficient transport solutions. The comprehensive application of these approaches serves to improve the quality of urban life and ensure long-term development.

At the end of the information session, participants' questions were answered.