KEY FINDING 2 INCLUSIVITY Research Question:
To what extent is it possible to create an ecosystem of participatory projects with all residents of the neighbourhood? Key Finding for Social R&D Y1: The findings set out in this report show early indications that the Participatory City approach is engaging a wide range of residents in each neighbourhood and building networks that bring together individuals and communities that have not been connected previously.
Insight 1:
Participatory City Approach and Third Spaces Engage Community Members Across Barriers and Cultural Divides Insight 2:
Diverse Communication Methods and a Strong Brand Invites More Participation Insight 3:
Inclusivity is Strengthened by Local Knowledge of Context
“This pilot phase is about understanding what needs to be different, how individuals can be supported to tap into their unique skills, talents and interests in order to cultivate a collective society that truly reflects individual and collective values” Aimee Gasparetto, Every One Every Day Kjipuktuk-Halifax
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PARTICIPATORY CANADA Y1 SOCIAL R&D REPORT
