Another City is Possible!

Join us in imagining, creating, and affirming
“Another City is Possible!”

Greetings from the Secretariat of Urban Social Forum!

Year after year, the Urban Social Forum grows and expands the critical conversation about what kind of city we want and need, and how cities can be more inclusive of all kinds of aspirations, communities, people, and futures. The Forum was established, and continues to exist, with the mission to advocate and promote a more socially just, sustainable, and democratic city by creating spaces that encourage active citizen participation.

If you are passionate about citizen participation and building a better city — we invite you to join the platform! You will have the opportunity to learn and connect with people from across the world about common issues and promote new perspectives, ideas, and innovations.

Let's work together to imagine ‘Another City is Possible!’

Coming Soon

Yogyakarta, 2026

Since 2013, the Urban Social Forum has been a platform that provides an open and inclusive space for exchanging knowledge, debating ideas, and networking between civil society organizations, activists, academics, and students working on pressing urban issues. Ultimately, the Forum is a truly public and democratic space for people to put forward alternative ideas and imagine
‘Another City is Possible!’

  • Discussion Panel

    Whether you're a grassroots community, a civil society organization, or simply someone with a passion for change, a discussion panel is your space to share, connect, inspire, and spark conversations! We welcome all topics – together, let's imagine that Another City is Possible!

  • Workshop

    Host a workshop to share what you've built and inspire others to think differently! Showcase the innovations and methodologies you've developed to make our cities better, and spark curiosity to the many creative ways we can promote citizens' participation — through art, visual expression, games, technology, and beyond.

  • Community Booth

    A community booth is your place to meet, connect, and exchange ideas — open for everyone! Whether you're a organization, community, a collective, or a passionate individual, set up your space, share your work, and find your people — those who dream of cities that work for everyone. Because Another City is Possible, and it starts with all of us!

Are you interested in contributing to
the 12th Urban Social Forum?

Register here!

We're looking for collaborators!

Learn more about the open call here

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