U-CAN City Mixers

U-CAN City Mixers bring together member organisations and urban practitioners for evenings of learning, reflection, and dialogue. These gatherings are designed to spark collaboration, share insights, and explore solutions for complex urban challenges.

Hosted by Praja Foundation

October 10, 2025 - Mumbai

In Mumbai, our October mixer with Praja Foundation turned into an evening of honest reflection on what it takes to strengthen city systems from within. Former councillor Ravi Raja shared insights from his years in public service, sparking dialogue on how governance, transparency, and trust evolve over time. The conversations reminded us that lasting reform is built through continuity.

Hosted by Janaagraha

July 17, 2025 - Bangalore

Back in Bangalore, Janaagraha welcomed the U-CAN community with warmth and insight. Vishwanath S shared compelling stories from the water ecosystem, drawing lessons from cities across India. Srikanth Viswanathan offered a glimpse into Janaagraha’s culture, sparking conversations about what it takes to shift city systems. Through speed networking, storytelling, and reflection, one thing became clear: openness and curiosity create real collective power.

Hosted by Artha Global

April 14, 2025 – Mumbai

our mixer unfolded into a rich evening of dialogue and reflection. Dr. Anita Patil-Deshmukh of PUKAR shared her experiences with participatory urban research, sparking thoughtful exchanges with peers from Praja Foundation, Shelter Associates, and other member organisations. Across conversations, the power of thinking out loud with peers who care about the same complex questions was palpable.

Hosted by WRI India

April 11, 2025 - Bangalore

The first-ever U-CAN City Mixer brought member organisations together for an evening buzzing with curiosity and energy. Conversations flowed across urban systems, climate resilience, and inclusive planning. One standout moment was Dr. Siji Chacko from Jan Sahas sharing insights on putting migrant workers at the heart of climate resilience efforts. The discussion that followed was timely, grounded, and deeply resonant, setting the tone for what it means to learn together as a community.