Replicability The projects show how formalizing governance struc- tures enable not only sustainability but pathways for replicability. The youth innovation hubs have been insti- tutionalized in several geographies, laying out a roadmap for applying in diverse contexts and similarly formalizing their existence. For example, in the case of Kami Ruang Ketiga, government commitment was required to safe- guard the space from returning to unsafe use. The rec- ognition of the Kami Ruang Ketiga team as an NGO with a mandate to transform further underused public spaces throughout Bandung demonstrates how a strong coali- tion can become an organization. Attaining this formal recognition was crucial for long-term sustainability as it enabled the young people to sign contracts with the Housing and Settlement Agency of Bandung City, committing the agency to ongoing maintenance of the site, including through the provision of electricity and a waste management system. The establishment of the NGO also made it easier for regular programming of the site to occur, a vital part needed to ensure continuous activation of the spaces. Lessons learned Formalizing the projects of the programme has been key to their success. This requires persistence in nav- igating bureaucracy, annual budget reviews, elections and delays to successfully formalize legal instruments (e.g. Executive Orders) so that clear mechanisms for government support and funding are established. The involvement of several government agencies is key: while a particular agency may champion the project, alignment and cooperation between different offices ensure lasting impact. Local programme partners hold meetings with governmental entities at the sub-district and city levels, involving young people from the first stages of programme implementation, to forge alliances and partnerships with government actors. The founda- tion for this to commence is GIB agreeing on a Mem- orandum of Understanding with the municipal agency. Next steps The S2Cities programme continues to scale its work with recent launches, such as projects and placemak- ing initiatives in Ambato and Cuenca, Ecuador, which are addressing alcohol consumption in streets and a lack of safe pedestrian routes and access to public transport to and from a local university. The youth innovation hubs’ work will focus on both strengthening existing hubs while working to expand locations. The Kami Ruang Ketiga NGO is conducting three projects: developing urban farms, establishing read- ing corners in public spaces, and creating community gathering spots at the Cihampelas Skywalk. Phase II of the programme (2024-2029) will seek to expand to additional cities and countries both in the Global South (under the current primary donor) and within the Global North (in Switzerland, pending co-funding confirmation). The second phase aims to strengthen the feedback loop between the global and local programmes. Local implementation partners will use local indicators to identify lessons learned. These findings will be synthesized across projects so that insights can be shared back to project sites and com- munities to strengthen the impact and ensure project outcomes align with intent. Read more Explore more studies in the full publication: Innovative Practice Read the Eight criteria for a high-quality Baukultur: The Davos Baukultur Quality System Keep up to date with the alliance: davosalliance.orgSources Source: Safe and Sound Cities programme. (2023). Programme Impact (2021-23). Cover image: S2Cities programme Credit: The Safe and Sound Cities programme owns the rights of all pictures featured. The pictures are not to be used by any other parties, or for any other purposes, without additional consent acquired from the Safe and Sound Cities programme. All people depicted in pictures have provided free and informed consent.

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