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Empowering Communities for Sustainable Urban Transformation Integrating Local Action with Urban Acupuncture.

Donia Tayel

Moderator

date November 5, 2024 | 13:00 - 14:30
place
Voices from Cities - room B
organization
Alexandria University
country
Egypt
language
English
Reference: 
VC-B 3

Summary

This session centers on community-led participation and explores the potential of Urban Acupuncture approach as manifested in both the northern and eastern hemispheres, specifically exemplified by Germany and Egypt. It aims to evaluate and enhance community involvement in urban development projects, particularly for planning healthier cities. Given the recent challenges faced by Egyptian cities in terms of development, adaptation, and mitigation strategies, this exploration was conducted as part of a fellowship program at Alexandria University, under the DAAD Ta'ziz Science
Cooperations research project titled "Urban Acupuncture: A Strategy of Catalytic Interventions" in 2023.
The fellowship utilized innovative engagement methods to foster dialogue between academia, non-academic sectors, communities, and markets. By adopting a case-study approach focusing on the Al-Mahmoudeya Axis, this holistic approach emphasized local knowledge and perception to drive sustainable decision-making processes and urbanization strategies. The findings of this exploration offer valuable insights into the practical application of Urban Acupuncture in addressing urban challenges and promoting community-driven transformations. It highlights the importance of engaging with local constituents, both at the association and local government levels, and underscores the significance of community engagement in driving positive change.

Objectives

- Highlight the importance of local action and community-led participation in addressing urban challenges and driving positive change. Recognize that meeting the specific needs of communities and fostering a sense of belonging among
residents require active engagement and collaboration at the local level.
- Evaluate and enhance community involvement in urban development projects.
- Drive sustainable decision-making processes and urbanization strategies.
- Explore Urban Acupuncture Approach in third generation cities and highlight the need for proactive measures to mitigateand create healthier, more sustainable cities

Session panelists

Panelist
Role
Organization
Country
Ms. Nevin Gharib Rezk
Professor of Architecture
Architectural department Faculty of Fine Arts Alexandria University
Ms. Azhar Ktitou
Director
Agence Nationale pour la rnovation urbaine et la rhabilitation de btiments menaant ruine National Agency for Urban Renewal
Mr. Uwe Altrock
Prof. Dr.-Ing.
Universitt Kassel - Fachgebiet Stadterneuerung und Planungstheorie
Ms. Sara Anay
Teaching Assistance
Architectural department Faculty of Fine Arts Alexandria University