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Planning and placemaking must evolve as much as the way we get to work, get our supplies and connect with our community. As America becomes more diverse, there is no single strategy to reach all people who will be impacted — positively or negatively — from a new project, land use or zoning. https://lnkd.in/eVrfpswi

Thinking at the neighborhood scale can speed the rate at which improvements are implemented and create an adaptable, localized strategy for building resilient and vibrant communities. https://lnkd.in/gTvg75_i

"At a time when it can feel like our divisions are intractable and there is no space for something else, We Can Build Bridges proposes otherwise. Ultimately, bridgebuilding does not require big actions or giving up our deeply held beliefs. It simply begins with a desire to learn more. Taking the course is one small step we can all take, right now, to grow our sense of what is possible — to see the ways that, as the course title offers, we can build bridges in the face of meaningful difference. " https://loom.ly/50RXeV0 #ShoulderToShoulder #S2SCampaign #StopMuslimHate #Interfaith #Community #Coalition #StrengthInNumbers #S2S

🌟 The future is multi-use! Explore how integrated spaces are reshaping #CommercialRealEstate and fostering vibrant communities. Let’s embrace the power of #MixedUseDevelopment! 🏙️ #UrbanPlanning

🎙️ Tune into the latest #GSADoesThat!? episode to explore the GSA's #GoodNeighborProgram, which aims to enhance federal spaces & foster community collaboration while supporting environmental sustainability, urban planning, & the power of partnerships. https://ow.ly/hUc850RooAK

This publication by urbaMonde provides an overview of inspiring community-led housing solutions. It emphasizes the challenges and strategies related to resident participation, capacity building, collective organization, and fostering a sense of belonging. https://ow.ly/Gtln50SfsGv

Americas, is your city on the map? 🌍 If not, your voice is missing! We need more cities across North and South America to join the global conversation on civic engagement. If you do not spot your city on the map or country in the list, we urgently need you to fill the survey to safeguard SDG 11.3.2 from being removed from the Global Goals database. Fill out the SDG 11.3.2 survey and ensure your city’s story is part of our shared future. Let’s make sure every North and South American city is represented—take action today! Link to the survey 🔗: https://lnkd.in/dr3DHPZC #OurCityPlans #UNHabitat #SDG1132 #SustainableCitiesAmericas

Planned urban community centers are vital for social infrastructure development. They enhance community cohesion, provide access to services, promote inclusion and diversity, support economic development, and encourage civic engagement. These centers also play a role in crisis response and resilience building. However, challenges include resource allocation, cultural context, and sustainability. Overall, urban community centers are crucial for shaping inclusive and resilient urban communities globally.

Living in a place with unreliable public transportation or outdated infrastructure isn’t just frustrating — it can make or break whether someone with mobility challenges makes it from point A to point B. And we’re not talking about a few people — 16% of the world’s population is disabled, yet we’re still expected to navigate inaccessible spaces every day. 🤯 So, how do we fix this? How do we make our public spaces truly accessible for everyone? Drop your thoughts below and let’s talk about it!

#mysundayreadings  📚 Diving into "Social Infrastructure: Connecting People and Places for Healthy Communities" 🌍🌱 Today, I’ve enjoyed looking into this report by the Gehl - Making Cities for People's team who’s been leading a project on learning exchanges to uncover lessons from Belfast, Cape Town, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo, resonating deeply with my interests in various aspects of community development. Reflecting on the content, I can't help but see its relevance across multiple domains: 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Social infrastructure plays a pivotal role in climate resilience, from addressing heat waves to promoting local food production and reducing waste, and improving air quality. 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: It fosters economic empowerment through skill development resources, facilitating cross-group interactions, and initiatives like mentoring programs for homeless individuals. 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠: Green spaces, health programs, and community gardening projects underscore its impact on physical and mental health. 𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞: It serves as a platform for community bonding, celebrating heritage, and advocating for racial equity and justice. 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: Murals, cultural activities, and artistic endeavors within social infrastructure spaces foster creativity and cultural appreciation. 𝐂𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: From boosting voter turnout to nurturing neighborhood stewardship, these spaces cultivate active citizenship and community involvement. Understanding social infrastructure through the lens of these outcomes reshapes how we approach community development. It's not just about building spaces; it's about fostering connections, resilience, and inclusivity. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/d6BRhdGx #communitydevelopment #socialinfrastructure #socialsustainability