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Participatory Public Space Site-Specific Assessment and Design- Tools & methodologies for inclusive social cohesion

Ali Abdelhamid

Moderator

date November 5, 2024 | 09:00 - 12:00
place
Multipurpose room 08
organization
An-Najah National University
language
English
Reference: 
TE 08-01

Summary

During the training, participants will learn about designing & managing public spaces in their community. It covers various aspects & practical skills. Participants will explore how different elements of public spaces impact people's experiences, considering both physical layout & social atmosphere. The goal is to enable participants to create safe & inclusive spaces. Additionally, they will learn how to involve the community in the design process to ensure meeting their needs & preferences.

Objectives

The overall objective is to introduce tools and methodologies to include gender perspectives and needs in the design and operation of public spaces in participatory manner, with following specific objectives:
1. Learn how to conduct a site-specific assessment that reflects the quality of the five public space dimensions.
2. Learn how to collect and analyse data, statistically and spatially.
3. Learn how to assess and design in a participatory way with the local community.

Session panelists

Panelist
Role
Organization
Country
Ms. Afnan Shamasneh
Administrator/studies and development section
Ministry of Local Government
Ms. Haya Mani
Urban Planner
UN-Habitat
Ms. Wafa Butmeh
Urban Planner
UN-Habitat