SayPro, in collaboration with the United States Peace Corps, is developing programs that ensure urban development is inclusive and gender-responsive. SayPro focuses on designing cities and communities that meet the unique needs of women, girls, and gender-diverse populations. These programs involve local participation, especially from women in urban areas, to influence public planning, transportation, safety, and housing. SayPro works with urban planners and local councils while Peace Corps volunteers engage communities in discussions and workshops. SayPro promotes infrastructure that enhances safety, economic access, and well-being for all genders.
SayPro addresses challenges like unsafe public spaces, limited sanitation access, and barriers to mobility that disproportionately affect women in urban settings. Peace Corps supports SayPro in collecting gender-sensitive data and running public campaigns to raise awareness. SayPro trains local leaders to integrate gender equity in city planning. From street lighting to childcare facilities, SayPro’s work ensures cities are built for everyone.
SayPro encourages women to take leadership roles in urban decision-making through mentorship and civic engagement programs. Peace Corps helps conduct leadership training and policy forums. SayPro ensures that women’s voices shape urban policies, zoning laws, and transportation routes. The aim is to build cities where women feel empowered, secure, and included. SayPro believes gender equity is essential for achieving sustainable and inclusive urban growth.
SayPro monitors the effectiveness of gender-responsive development through community feedback, access audits, and social impact surveys. Peace Corps assists in evaluating progress and scaling best practices. SayPro advocates for gender mainstreaming in national urban development plans. Together, SayPro and the Peace Corps are reimagining urban spaces where equity, safety, and opportunity are not just aspirations — they are reality for every citizen.