At a recent seminar hosted by The United Nations Human Settlements Programme the problems facing children in cities was examined. These were some of the points discussed by the speakers:

• The special needs of children and young people have to be part of urban development and planning - from the beginning and not as an afterthought.
• Children and young people must be listened to.
• They must be allowed to take an active role in the community and local life, and have a say in the decisions that will affect their lives and futures.
• Architects and city planners can best make a difference if they work together with local stakeholders and the community.

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• How do these points relate to Durban and our children?
• Can you think of anymore that may be specific to our city?

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