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BestCities Global Alliance’s Approach to SDG Goal 3: Advocating for Global Wellbeing through Business Events

As an alliance of 13 cities that harness the power of collaboration and community to create positive, lasting impacts through business events, BestCities Global Alliance is committed to supporting SDG Goal 3 by advocating for meetings that foster collaboration and knowledge exchange in the field of healthcare.

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Championing Gender Equality through Business Events: BestCities’ Approach to UN SDG Goal 5

Women and girls represent half the world’s population, yet globally women in the labour market still earn 23 percent less than men and spend three times as many hours engaging in unpaid domestic and care work.

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Leveraging Business Events for Climate Action: BestCities Global Alliance’s Approach to UN SDG Goal 13

Plants and trees bloom earlier in the year. Glaciers and ice sheets shrink. Wildfires, droughts and extreme rainfall are the norm for cities around the world. 

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The Ultimate Guide to Crafting an Events Business Plan

An event business plan is the cornerstone of any successful event, providing a strategic roadmap for organizing and executing a memorable experience. Whether planning a small local event or a large international conference, a well-crafted business plan is essential for communicating your vision, securing funding, and ensuring long-term sustainability. This guide will walk you through the essential components of an event business plan, based on industry best practices and a proven template that has helped countless event planners achieve success.

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Inside the Bid Process for the 2027 World Physiotherapy Congress with Tracy Bury

Why Guadalajara? Inside the Bid Selection Process for the  2027 World Physiotherapy Congress with Tracy Bury, Interim CEO of World Physiotherapy

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Building Inclusive, Safe, Resilient and Sustainable Cities: BestCities Global Alliance’s Commitment to UN SDG Goal 11

BestCities Global Alliance’s dedication to UN SDG Goal 11 fosters inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable cities through impactful business events.

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FAQ: Everything You Need to Know About the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a global call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all by 2030. This FAQ aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the SDGs, their significance, and how they can be achieved.

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Unlocking AI in Business Operations Potential: Key Insights and Tips from the BestCities Community Café

Discover key insights and practical tips from the Community Café’s AI session, including how to customize ChatGPT, ensure data privacy, integrate with cloud services, and leverage AI for content creation. Learn from AI expert Julian Moore and start maximizing AI capabilities in your business operations.

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