An initiative titled “Inclusive Cities, Communities of Solidarity” was the main topic for discussion when the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Pennelope Beckles met with a delegation led by Roi Chiti, UN-Habitat Hub Coordinator for the Andean Region in Port of Spain on Friday.
The project, which is being financially supported by the European Union, aims to strengthen the response of host countries to the mixed migratory flows from Venezuela.
Mr. Chiti explained that the initiative also seeks to promote social integration and will look to identify issues related to access to public spaces and basic services.
Minister Beckles said government’s plans to develop and revitalize east Port of Spain and Scarborough will build capacity and improve the economic viability in these areas to foster more inclusive, safer, more sustainable and resilient urban communities, which will improve the quality of life for those who live there and also ensure a positive experience for migrants and refugees.
