Activities
In alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Centre for Post-Crisis Urban Reconstruction (CURE) undertakes the following core activities:
- Research: Conducting in-depth and applied studies on post-crisis urban recovery and spatial justice.
- Education: Providing accessible, transformative learning opportunities for scholars, students, and community-based organizations.
- Consultation: Offering expert guidance and advisory services to communities, governments, and organizations during and after conflict.
- Practice: Developing and implementing practical, on-the-ground solutions for rebuilding communities and public spaces.
- Technical Support: Delivering tools, methodologies, and expertise that facilitate rehabilitation and resilience.
To ensure broad accessibility at national and international levels, CURE bridges academic research with hands-on practices. Our outreach includes:
- Conferences, seminars, and workshops — hosting and participating in knowledge-sharing events.
- Policy briefs and visual documentation — producing clear, evidence-based materials for decision-makers and stakeholders.
- Consultations and technical assistance — providing targeted support and expert recommendations.
- Open access via the Centre's database — sharing research findings, best practices, and data in accessible formats.
Focus Areas
The Centre for Post-Crisis Urban Reconstruction (CURE) will focus on regions worldwide, including Palestine (Gaza, West Bank, and Jerusalem), the Balkans, Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. By addressing the critical needs of these areas, CURE aims to foster sustainable, equitable, and resilient urban environments.
The Contribution of the Centre
Urban conflict analysis, and humanitarian studies—remains a critical need for a holistic, practice-oriented approach to post-conflict urban reconstruction. The Centre for Post-Crisis Urban Reconstruction (CURE) will:
• Integrate multiple disciplines— including architecture, planning, engineering, social sciences, and policy— to offer comprehensive frameworks for rebuilding.
• Emphasize localized yet scalable solutions, ensuring that strategies are both context-sensitive and adaptable to other conflict-affected areas globally.
• Bridge research and practice through on-the-ground projects, community engagement, and capacity-building programs, thus moving beyond theoretical understanding to practical implementation.
• Prioritize social justice and resilience in reconstruction processes, aiming to foster inclusive and equitable urban environments post-crisis.
By filling these gaps, CURE will complement the work of existing centres at home and abroad, offering a novel, integrated platform for addressing the complex challenges of reconstruction in conflict-affected urban areas.