Making Planning Work is the title of an excellent book that was presented and distributed at the third World Urban Forum and the World Planning Congress in Vancouver in June 2006. Making Planning Work shows how successful development and governance of human settlements depends upon collaboration and establishing effective partnerships, and how much can be achieved by working together, sharing skills, being creative, and learning on the job. Making Planning Work features extensive case studies from some 20 different countries, with a focus on pro-poor planning. The book is essential reading for all those engaged in the processes of planning and managing towns, cities, and settlements from the very local to national and international levels.