Launch reception and panel debate

As we celebrate a decade of global knowledge exchange, join us for the official London launch of Healthy City Design 2026 and the countdown to our 10th Congress in Salford, Greater Manchester.

Breakdown or breakthrough? New strategies for healthier cities

Date: 24 February | 17.00–20.30

Venue: Lydia & Manfred Gorvy Lecture Theatre, Dyson Building, Royal College of Art, London

At a critical moment for cities facing climate instability, economic uncertainty and widening health inequalities, this timely debate asks: how can health become a catalyst for inclusive growth and resilient urban transformation?

Speakers include:

Chair: Max Farrell, Chair, Healthy City Design
Welcome: Prof Hua Dong, Executive director, Royal College of Art
Introduction: Jeremy Myerson, Academic director, Healthy City Design
Moderator: Sunand Prasad, Principal, Perkins&Will
Keynote: Dr Nathalie Röbbel, Technical lead, urban health, WHO
Panel: Ricky Burdett (LSE Cities), Dr Jo Bibby (The Health Foundation), Pete Gladwell (L&G), Chris Scott (Muse)

Click here to register for the live Zoom stream to attend online.