TED Radio Hour The Public Commons: Building public spaces that actually serve the public
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Apr 26, 2024 
Community organizer, researcher, Wikipedia founders, and artist discuss creating inclusive public spaces, digital connectivity, participatory budgeting, and Wikipedia's role in the Arab Spring.
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Boston's Youth PB
- Sherry Davis was tasked by Mayor Menino to launch Boston's first youth-focused participatory budgeting.
- Initially unfamiliar with the concept, Davis researched and discovered a global movement empowering communities.
PB: Building Trust
- Participatory budgeting (PB) allows community members to directly decide how public funds are spent.
- This process fosters trust between the community and government.
Youth-Led Projects
- Boston youth allocated funds for laptops and park renovations through PB.
- An unexpected archaeological discovery during park renovations led to community involvement in a dig.