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Urban Green Deals combines words and actions. We turn policy into strategy, plans and successful projects. We are deliberately a small company with a solid network of collaborating organisations. That is how we make a difference every time. On the square in front of our office and on three continents.
Urban Green Deals collaborates with governments, citizens and entrepreneurs. Wishes, dreams and concerns are the basis for a strategy.
Every project begins with a shared vision. Then we get to work with all stakeholders. This leads to tangible results in which everyone recognises themself.
We work toward the pain; otherwise nothing changes. Together with all involved, we turn processes into methods. Scalable, repeatable, and shaped through practice.
The method makes new skills usable for the entire organisation. We work in the trenches to transfer knowledge. Technical experts thereby develop into trainers of other learning teams.
After the Second World War, countries worldwide built new spatial and social infrastructure. The government took the lead, also in implementation. Since the 1980s, market-driven solutions have gained increasing prominence. The next transition is uniting citizens, government and market in new models. Diverse citizen groups want space, both financially and physically, for what they consider important. Urban Green Deals is part of that paradigm shift.
We are experienced with very different clients in a diversity of places. Similarities are more important for us than differences. We put people at the centre of everything we do. Our work in The Netherlands brings new insights into international assignments. Conversely, that experience is the basis for innovation in The Netherlands.
The Kurdish Region of Iraq has a checkered history. With a national vision as a basis, we are working on development plans worth USD 120 million in five municipalities. The method, participatory planning, was new to the civil servants, refugees, youth, entrepreneurs and traditional leaders. Experts are certified at the national level. We are working with local partner ORSD on a model for the whole of Iraq.
‘There is no such thing as impossible’ is the core of the Leeuwarden Network Centre approach. Everyone is welcome in the ‘factory for self-confidence’ next to the Cambuur stadium. There is hot food, homework help and clothing. Debt assistance by experienced experts and much more. We mapped out the services for the municipality. With the Network Centre we are developing the method into a how-to manual.
The Union of Municipalities of Turkey, the counterpart of the Association of Dutch Municipalities, works on citizen participation. Urban Green Deals developed a set of tools for collaboration in the national Participation Task Forces. This means that administrators appointed in municipalities work together with elected politicians and representatives of citizens’ councils. The toolkit was developed and tested with Turkish specialists.
Since 2015, municipalities in the Netherlands have been responsible for the social domain. The financial pressure is great. Volunteers and neighborhood places are essential to keep healthcare and welfare accessible. The impact of residents’ initiatives is growing. Every community has different wishes and expectations regarding the final phase of life. We are developing community-led models for end of life services.
The Kenya Devolution Programme (KDP) supports county governments in improving public service delivery and coordinating integrated local development. We developed a strategy towards improved participatory planning linked to strengthened own source revenue. This will be supported by an expertise & support facility for Kenyan counties. We are now exploring the next steps in implementation.
The city of Rotterdam wants to support neighbourhoods in managing more themselves. In West, it pioneered a new type of social enterprise owned by residents: de Middellander. The aim is to create value in the neighbourhood through co-creation. De Middellander implements diverse initiatives in sustainability, care, youth support and urban planning. We worked on setting up the structure and first projects.
PSUP is being implemented by UN-Habitat in more than 40 countries and 190 cities. Government, entrepreneurs and non-profits are empowered to invest in slum upgrading activities and sustainable urbanisation. The core is working in a participatory way with communities. Our work included restructuring the programme, building a knowledge platform, and developing e-learning courses. Work completed during employment at WeLoveTheCity bv.
We are always interested in new plans and projects. We aim for long-term relationships and collaboration that makes the difference. Call or email for an appointment.
+31 6 28413249
Tollensstraat 100
3035 NM
Rotterdam, The Netherlands