The problem of urban poverty, and precarious habitability has increased in the last decades. Such a growth of urban poor population has overwhelmed the local institutions and international development agencies. The scale and velocity of urban population growth suppose nowadays a major challenge. Many housing policies have been undertaken though many papers discuss their efficiency. This paper reviews part of the last years literature concerning the challenges of housing shortage in several countries in the Tropics and Subtropics. It makes an approach on the urban planning strategies undertaken in the last decades, most common housing policies and their implementation and results. Then it focused on grassroots organizations capabilities and in the possible strategies to support them. Finally the paper reviews some proposals for poverty understanding as a basis for new possible strategies for fighting urban poverty
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- INTRODUCTION
- URBAN PLANNING STRATEGIES AND HOUSING POLICIES CHALLENGES.
- GRASSROOTS ORGANIZATIONS
- STRATEGIES SUPORTING GRASSROOTS
- APPROACH TO NEW PROPOSALS.
- CONCLUSIONS.
- REFERENCES
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This literature review explores the challenges of housing shortage in several countries in the Tropics and Subtropics. It examines urban planning strategies, housing policies, and the role of grassroots organizations in addressing urban poverty. The review aims to provide an overview of the existing literature and identify possible strategies for fighting urban poverty.
- Urban planning strategies in the Tropics and Subtropics
- Housing policies and their effectiveness
- The role of grassroots organizations in urban development
- Strategies for supporting grassroots organizations
- Approaches to understanding and addressing urban poverty
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- INTRODUCTION: This chapter sets the context for the review by highlighting the growing problem of urban poverty and the need for effective solutions. It emphasizes the increasing number of urban poor in developing countries and the challenges faced by governments and development agencies in addressing this issue.
- URBAN PLANNING STRATEGIES AND HOUSING POLICIES CHALLENGES: This chapter examines the evolution of urban planning and housing policies, highlighting the shift from top-down approaches to more collaborative and participatory models. It discusses the challenges of implementing housing policies, including the limitations of cost-recovery loans, the complexities of urban land markets, and the influence of economic and institutional factors on urban development.
- GRASSROOTS ORGANIZATIONS: This chapter explores the role of grassroots organizations in addressing urban poverty. It discusses the challenges faced by these organizations, such as the diversity of urban poor dwellers and the limitations of conventional democratic structures. It also examines the importance of empowering grassroots organizations and supporting their efforts to improve housing conditions.
- STRATEGIES SUPPORTING GRASSROOTS: This chapter focuses on strategies for supporting grassroots organizations. It explores various approaches, such as providing training and technical assistance, facilitating access to resources, and promoting community participation in decision-making processes. The chapter emphasizes the importance of strengthening the capacity of grassroots organizations to effectively advocate for the needs of urban poor dwellers.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The primary focus of this work is on housing challenges in the Tropics and Subtropics, specifically addressing the needs of the urban poor. Key terms include urban planning, housing policies, urban poverty, self-help housing, grassroots, empowerment, and development agencies. The review examines various approaches to understanding and addressing urban poverty, including grassroots mobilization, collaborative development, and sustainable housing solutions.
- Quote paper
- Helena Cermeño Mediavilla (Author), 2010, Approach to housing challenges: urban policies and grassroots mobilization in the Tropics and Subtropics, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/163806
