Robert Neuwirth: The hidden world of shadow cities

The video discusses the concept of squatter communities as the cities of tomorrow, highlighting examples from Nairobi, Mumbai, Rio de Janeiro, and Istanbul. It tells the story of Julius, a new urban migrant, and provides statistics on urban migration. The speaker describes life in Southland, Nairobi, and the development stages of squatter communities. The importance of community involvement and political engagement in urban development is emphasized, with examples from Turkey's laws protecting squatters. The video concludes by recognizing these communities as legitimate forms of urban development.

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