The Global Village is a vibrant, interactive space at Safety 2026 open to the public and delegates. Located in the lobby of the Cape Town International Conference Centre, but before delegates go through security screening, this space is where conference delegates, community members, civil society organisations, youth groups, researchers, innovators, and local stakeholders come together to connect, learn, and share experiences.

Designed to break down barriers between experts and communities, it provides a platform for practical solutions, lived experiences, cultural perspectives, and grassroots initiatives that contribute to safer and more resilient societies.

Organisations that host a Networking Zone will be the main focal point to coordinate activities in the Global Village common areas and will work closely with the Global Village Coordinator around scheduling time slots for use of the Ubuntu Stage and/or Community Dialogue space.

Planned activities include

• • Thematic Networking Zones (dedicated floor space and seating allocated to each zone)
    Thematic networking zones around major conference themes and audiences including youth and people with lived experience.

• • Ubuntu Stage
    Performances, debates, storytelling, film screenings.

• • Community Action Marketplace
    NGOs, community groups, social enterprises marketplace – where such organisations can sell or distribute products to the public and delegates.

• • Innovation & Solutions Presentations
    Demonstrations around the use of technology in injury and violence prevention.

• • Community Dialogue Forum
    Facilitated discussions between delegates, policymakers, researchers and communities.

• • Wall of recognition
    Remembering the people who have played a role in violence and injury prevention.

• • Wall of remembrance
    Paying tribute to the people who we have lost due to violence and injury.