TED Radio Hour The Public Commons
Jul 23, 2021
Shari Davis, a community organizer known for her work in participatory budgeting, and Eli Pariser, a researcher who coined the term 'filter bubble,' dive into the importance of creating inclusive public spaces. They discuss how participatory budgeting empowers communities to shape their environments and fosters trust among residents. Pariser highlights the need for intentional design in digital spaces to combat isolation and enhance public discourse. Together, they emphasize the role of both physical and online spaces in cultivating community connections.
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Berkeley Library: A Community Hub
- Shari Davis describes a vibrant library in Berkeley with summer camp students, basketball courts, and a resource tent.
- It exemplifies community-led spaces where people define their use.
Participatory Budgeting for Better Public Spaces
- Implement participatory budgeting (PB) to create public spaces that meet community needs.
- PB empowers residents to design, plan, and decide how public funds are spent.
Youth-Led PB in Boston
- In Boston, youth used PB to allocate funds for technology access and park renovations.
- An unexpected archaeological find during park renovations led to community involvement in a dig.