World Habitat Day, established by the United Nations in 1985, is celebrated every year on the first Monday of October to reflect on the state of our towns and cities and the fundamental right to adequate housing.

First celebrated in 1986, this special event highlights topics such as homelessness, safer cities and climate change.

The theme of this year's commemoration is "Engaging Youth to Create a Better Urban Future," in Querétaro, Mexico, which focuses on empowering young people to take the lead in shaping the present and the future. their urban through participatory processes and local leadership.

During the global commemoration of World Habitat Day, the UN-Habitat Award of Honor is presented, recognizing outstanding contributions to urban development by individuals and institutions in various areas of urban life.