Cities are complex, dynamic, political systems. We bring together the right people and an understanding of the political economy of individual cities to identify and address the critical challenges they are facing. Led from The University of Manchester, the consortium includes centres of research excellence, frontline humanitarian responders, effective policy influencers, vibrant local government networks and deeply rooted civil society groups. Our partners are: > The University of Manchester's Global Development Institute (GDI) > ICLEI-Africa > International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) > International Rescue Committee (IRC) > Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) > Manchester Metropolitan University > Overseas Development Institute (ODI) > Partnership for African Social and Governance Research (PASGR) > Slum Dwellers International (SDI) > United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-Wider) We are funded with UK aid from the UK government, until 2026.