Cities are projected to house 70% of the world's population by 2050, facing unprecedented challenges in the context of climate change. By 2030, an estimated 60% of people will live in urban areas, with with upto 60% of urban dwellers under 18. Despite progress towards Sustainable development Goals, cities, particularly in the Global South, continue to grapple with proverty, inequality, and envirnmental degradation, necessitating urgent action. Experts emphasize the importance of involving youth in urban decision-makingto harness their creativity and drive sustainable development. World citie day 2024, themed ''Youth climate changemakers: Ctalyzing local action for urban sustianability,''aims to showcase the crucal role of local government and young people in addressing urban climate challenges. The event will highlight youth-proposed innovative ideas and explore ways to transform these into concrete actions.