Urbanistica Podcast - Cities for People 481. Examples of small interventions and their impact - Sander van der Ham, Helene Gallis and Guus Frenaij
Oct 24, 2024
Join Sander van der Ham, a community builder; Helene Gallis, a placemaking advocate; and Guus Frenaij, a social area developer, as they explore how small urban interventions can make a big impact. They discuss the power of grassroots efforts in fostering community engagement and the importance of collaboration in urban planning. The guests share inspiring examples of inclusivity and trust-building in communities, emphasizing that minor changes in public spaces can transform relationships and enhance civic responsibility.
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Starting Small
- Start small and find ways to engage with the community, like planting flower bulbs.
- Use these small actions as conversation starters to understand community needs.
Flower Bulb Initiative
- During lockdown, Sander van der Ham and his colleague distributed flower bulbs and shovels.
- This simple act initiated conversations and connections within the community.
Placemaking and Democracy
- Placemaking fosters democracy by empowering people to impact their surroundings.
- This daily experience of influence encourages participation in local politics.