Round Table China More Chinese cities become child-friendly
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Dec 16, 2024 The conversation highlights China's commitment to creating child-friendly cities, guided by the Child Friendly Cities Initiative. It emphasizes the importance of incorporating children's voices into urban planning, ensuring their needs are prioritized. The discussion reveals the challenges faced by children in China, including inadequate childcare services, while exploring specific projects showing positive impacts on communities. Advocating for an inclusive approach, the speakers underscore the necessity of valuing children's perspectives in shaping sustainable urban environments.
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Child-Friendly Cities Defined
- Child-friendly cities aren't just about playgrounds and parks.
- They ensure children's rights are integral to public policies, programs, and decisions.
Kids Designing Cities
- Steve Hatherly shares an Australian competition where kids designed ideal cities using Legos.
- This promoted children's voices and creativity in urban planning.
Broader Benefits
- Child-friendly cities benefit everyone, not just children.
- Access to quality social services, safe environments, and green spaces improve overall urban life.