Resources

The Cities on the Frontline Speaker Series began in 2020 as a rapid response to the pandemic and its devastating effects on cities worldwide. Since then, it has grown into a leading platform for urban resilience, convening more than 13,000 participants across 90+ sessions. 
 
In 2025, as climate change, rapid urbanization, and growing cascading risks increase pressure on cities, the series will take a deeper dive into critical challenges, including extreme heat, water resilience, energy resilience, and biodiversity loss. Discussions will also explore the role of nature-based solutions, participatory design, and digital tools in building resilience, alongside the urgent need for sustainable funding models to scale these efforts.  
 
By bringing together experts, city representatives, and practitioners, the series will spotlight thought leaders shaping the most urgent urban resilience debates today.