Its mission is to help people understand, shape and act on the region’s future through research, strategic planning and support for urban projects. The agency collects and analyses data on issues including housing, schools and other public facilities, employment, economic activity, land use, public spaces, health, inclusion and demographics. It shares this knowledge through reports, statistics, maps, publications and tools such as the Monitoring of Neighbourhoods.

The agency also works on strategic urban areas and local initiatives, including school contracts and urban renewal, and supports public participation. Its planning resources cover regional and municipal frameworks, land-use plans and development programmes. Through the Brussels Institute for Statistics and Analysis (IBSA), it provides socioeconomic indicators and publications about the region. perspective.brussels also contributes to Belgian, European and international urban-planning work, and offers information about events, job opportunities and participation initiatives. Its website brings together project updates, research and practical resources for residents, professionals and public authorities interested in Brussels’ development.