All too frequently, improvements to a city’s built environment benefit the health and well-being of some, while the more vulnerable (children, elders, and the poor) get left behind. This conference will focus on effective strategies and visionary design solutions that make our cities healthier for ALL.

20^th century planning created unhealthy, auto-dominated streets. When we create streets and squares hospitable for the pedestrian, we encourage healthy, independent mobility by walking, biking and public transit, and facilitate sociability and social networks. This improves mental health and well-being for ALL.

http://www.livablecities.org/conferences/51st-imcl-conference