Block by Block is a charitable initiative founded as a partnership between Minecraft developer Mojang and the United Nations which aims to encourage young people to get involved in urban regeneration.[1] The scheme uses Minecraft to allow children to rebuild and reimagine their hometowns.[2]
The program began in Sweden, where Minecraft was first created, but has since expanded to many other countries.[3] Mojang acts as the primary financial sponsor for the program.[4] The project is part of the UN Habitat's Sustainable Urban Development Network.[5][6]
The program follows in the footsteps of Mina Kvarter, a similar Swedish initiative that used Minecraft to modernise apartment complexes.[7][8]