Fostering inclusive engagement and transformation in Urban Living Labs : “Education in Living Labs: Participatory Skills for Sustainable Urban Governance” research project
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Proceedings of the OpenLivingLab Days Conference 2024, pp. 204-212
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Inclusive engagement is pivotal in fostering urban resilience and sustainable development. The “Education in Living Labs: Participatory Skills for Sustainable Urban Governance (PS-U-GO)” project engages diverse stakeholders, particularly young people, in collaborative urban planning through the establishment of Urban Living Labs in four European cities. The methodology of PS-U-GO Urban Living Labs, synthesized from literature and empirical studies, emphasizes inclusivity and adaptability, employing a flexible six-step process across three phases to facilitate transformation within involved communities and contexts. Central to the project is stakeholder participation, with strategies designed to accommodate diverse needs and preferences, ensuring sustained involvement, particularly among young people. By integrating bottom-up and top-down approaches, fostering trust, and providing opportunities for co-creation, PS-U-GO aims to empower stakeholders, enhance democratic participation, and implement sustainable urban solutions. The project underscores the importance of tailoring strategies to local contexts, nurturing a sense of ownership and belonging, and ensuring that all voices are not only heard but also valued in urban decision-making processes.Description
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Charalambous, N, Panayi, C & Mady, C 2024, Fostering inclusive engagement and transformation in Urban Living Labs : “Education in Living Labs: Participatory Skills for Sustainable Urban Governance” research project. in Proceedings of the OpenLivingLab Days Conference 2024. European Network of Living Labs (ENoLL), Brussels, pp. 204-212, Open Living Lab Days, Timisoara, Romania, 24/09/2024.