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COP29 Leaders|Race to Resilience Global Ambassador Sheela Patel: Transforming Invisible Lives to Resilient Futures

YC by YC
November 3, 2024
Race to Resilience Global Ambassador Sheela Patel (Phototgraphy: Wikipedia)

Race to Resilience Global Ambassador Sheela Patel (Phototgraphy: Wikipedia)

Sheela Patel, a renowned urban development leader and Race to Resilience Global Ambassador, has dedicated her career to advocating for the rights and resilience of marginalized urban communities. As the founder of the Society for the Promotion of Area Resource Centres (SPARC) in India, she has empowered communities in informal settlements, driving policy change and creating sustainable solutions to improve urban resilience globally.

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Empowering the Unseen in Urban Landscapes

Patel’s approach is centered on integrating marginalized communities into urban planning processes. She emphasizes a people-first model where informal settlements are viewed as integral parts of the city, not outliers. Through SPARC and its partnerships, such as with Slum Dwellers International (SDI), Patel has encouraged slum dwellers to collect data and negotiate with governments for essential services and land rights. This grassroots empowerment transforms slum residents from passive beneficiaries to active urban stakeholders, paving the way for inclusive city development.

Building Resilience Through Community-Led Initiatives

Under Patel’s leadership, resilience is built not through top-down mandates but through community-led initiatives. By fostering partnerships among community members, local authorities, and global networks, Patel has created replicable models that address immediate urban challenges, from housing shortages to climate vulnerabilities. 

“My work in promoting peer-to-peer learning among communities has strengthened urban resilience, enabling them to confront both social and environmental pressures.” 

Patel’s impact underscores the importance of inclusivity in urban resilience, inspiring global leaders to adopt community-driven frameworks in their cities.

Through her relentless advocacy and innovative strategies, Sheela Patel continues to bridge the gap between invisible communities and resilient futures, shaping a model of urban planning that is equitable, sustainable, and inclusive. Her work as Race to Resilience Ambassador reflects her lifelong dedication to empowering marginalized urban populations, transforming cities and lives globally.

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