Policy & Government Leaders
Ministries, urban local bodies and city authorities framing national and local urban agendas.
Speakers & Voices
Ideas from the Front Line of Urban Change
Keynotes, policy panels and the Urban Solutions Dialogue — voices from government, industry, academia, civil society and international organisations advancing green and sustainable cities for all.
Session Voices
Where the Ideas Will Come From
The full speaker line-up will be announced shortly. These are the platforms and perspectives that will anchor each session — nominate yourself or a colleague through the Call for Speakers.
International & Multilateral Voices
UN agencies and international organisations linking global frameworks to city-level delivery.
Urban Practitioners
Planners, architects and infrastructure professionals behind regeneration and housing delivery.
Finance & Investment
Banks, housing finance institutions and investors financing the future green city.
Innovators & Technologists
Proptech, clean-energy and data innovators building people-centred smart urban solutions.
Community & Civil Society
Community organisations and researchers keeping regeneration inclusive and people-centred.
Want to be on stage in Chennai? Submit a speaker proposal — the Programme Committee reviews every submission.
Call for Speakers
Propose a Session Contribution
We invite proposals aligned with the seven thematic areas — from keynotes and panel contributions to Urban Solutions showcases.
✔ Thank you! Your speaker proposal has been received. The WCDC26 Programme Committee will review it and contact shortlisted speakers.