# Our initiatives

Our year-round activities provide a diverse range of opportunities for partners to share insights and expertise, forge new relationships, and collaborate to drive positive change in cities and local communities across the globe.


## Transforming how we live

Urban areas worldwide are projected to grow by the equivalent of a city the size of São Paulo or Milan every week through 2050. Our work advances a holistic approach to planning, construction, and place management—ensuring cities and communities deliver enduring economic, environmental, and social value for residents, investors, and the planet.


### Davos Baukultur Alliance

Uniting public and private sector stakeholders to enable more sustainable and vibrant communities and places.

[Explore more](https://www.davosalliance.org/home)


### Pioneering Places

Fostering cross-sector and cross-industry collaboration to accelerate measurable improvements in the built environment.

[Explore more](https://www.davosalliance.org/pioneeringplaces)


### Investing in Quality

Advancing quality as the foundation for better living environments and infrastructure.

[Explore more](https://www.davosalliance.org/investinginquality)


## Transforming how we work

Economic growth increasingly depends on strong innovation ecosystems that connect talent, capital, and technology. Our work advances these ecosystems and supports the growth of emerging and established markets—enabling productivity, scaling innovation, and building resilient economies that create opportunity in a rapidly changing world.


### Innovation Impact Alliance

Accelerating partnerships for responsible innovation and real-world impact.

[Explore more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/innovation-impact-alliance/about)


### Yes/Cities

Mobilizing investment to unlock local innovation and opportunity.


### Global Innovation Impact Council

Empowering responsible solutions for tomorrow.


## Transforming how we play

Experiences now shape how people connect, spend time, and create value. Our work advances the experience economy—reimagining destinations, culture, and entertainment to drive economic vitality, strengthen communities, and deliver meaningful, sustainable experiences.


### Beyond Tourism

Transforming travel to drive inclusive and sustainable growth.

[Explore more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/global-experience-alliance/travel-and-tourism)


### Thriving 24/7

Advancing vibrant, prosperous, and resilient economies for every one, at every hour

[Explore more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/experience-economy/thriving247)


### Global Future Council on the Experience and Lifestyle Economy

Providing a pathway to new opportunities for businesses and local communities.

[Explore more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/global-experience-alliance/experience-lifestyle)


## Join us in shaping the future of communities and local economies

Are you interested in working with us on our initiatives?

[Get involved](https://centres.weforum.org/centre-for-urban-transformation/get-involved)