The second work group focused its attention on identifying cities that were in need of assistance and those that could offer assistance. A comprehensive list was drawn up to be presented to plenary. Metropolis was identified as a key partner in providing assistance and the Metropolis Congress in November 2011 was flagged as an opportunity for cities to grasp. Four major themes for mentoring were identified in the context of urban strategic planning: 路 路 路 路
Informal Settlements (Porto Alegre, Sao Paulo, Salvador, Belo Horizonte and Durban) Planning for Infrastructure Development Planning for Social Inclusion/ Social Technology in the context of informal upgrading Environmental planning.
The third work group focused on individual cities that require mentoring. A list of potential individual mentor cities was to be identified. The group felt strongly that participating municipalities would need to think about new mentorships and partnerships through individual assistance that requires follow up and evaluation, therefore the mentorship project is well placed in planning and strategic departments. A detailed needs analysis was identified as the first step. It was also noted that language is an important consideration and this must be factored into mentorship planning.
Options for Support and Funding Capacity Enhancement The learning exchange concluded with short inputs from international agencies. A number of options for support and funding capacity enhancement were outlined and were presented by the Cities Alliance, Brazilian National Front of Mayors, French Ministry of Foreign Affairs of International Cooperation as well as other partners, networks and Associations who were interested in learning and sharing.
Ten municipalities from Mozambique made the trip by bus. From this journey, wide mentorship emerged on the agenda of ANAMM
Gerard fagot @2012
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