Executive summary

The purpose of this study is to provide a general overview of the phenomenon of informal settlements in the UNECE region, to identify policy responses to address these challenges and to highlight results achieved. Emphasis is given to practices that can facilitate access to affordable land and housing and improve the livelihoods of residents in informal settlements, and in general to strategies that can better the physical, social, economic and environmental situation of informal settlements.

Related Subject(s): Human Settlements and Urban Issues