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This paper explores the evolving role of narratives in transformative urban planning, drawing upon interdisciplinary practices and collaborative methodologies. It reflects on innovative frameworks and participatory approaches contributing to equitable and just urban futures.
Interdisciplinary practices that bridge architecture, urban design, history and landscape with participatory governance and community engagement are crucial for shaping inclusive urban futures. Initiatives that combine data-driven analysis, public workshops, and infographic-based communication provide valuable insights into addressing urban challenges collaboratively.
Methodology and Case Studies:
1. Participatory Narratives through Infographic Communication
2. Academic Insights on Inclusive Practices in Urban Spaces and Online Education
3. Collective Art as a Catalyst for Transformation
The first strand of research focuses on the use of participatory narratives through infographic communication, with the aim of facilitating inclusive urban dialogue and fostering a shared understanding of challenges and opportunities. This is achieved by creating platforms for citizens to articulate their visions for their cities and by leveraging infographic-based communication tools to distill complex urban data into accessible formats. Secondly, academic insights on inclusive practices in urban spaces and online education have been reviewed. The efficacy of inclusive approaches in transforming urban spaces has been critiqued, with traditional models of urban planning being challenged and participatory tactics that prioritize equity and accessibility being advocated. These approaches have been shown to highlight their transformative potential in diverse socio-spatial contexts. By doing that, education programs and workshops, interdisciplinary, have a role to be able to create utopias. Thirdly, the potential of collective art to act as a catalyst for transformation has been examined, with the focus being on collaborative arts and design
initiatives that experiment with creating innovative utopias through collective narratives and artistic interventions. These initiatives reimagine societal roles in shaping equitable and inclusive futures by integrating diverse academic disciplines and fostering cross-cultural collaborations.
These interconnected experiences reveal the power of interdisciplinary narratives in reshaping urban futures. From visual storytelling to collective art-making, these practices demonstrate how new narratives can challenge entrenched paradigms, inspire inclusive action, and foster equitable, resilient communities.
In the face of planetary crises and growing urban inequalities, transforming mindsets and creating utopias requires narratives that bridge disciplines, empower communities, and align with sustainable development goals. This paper contributes to Urban Futures by offering insights into novel narratives and participatory methodologies, drawing from urban experimentation and inclusive innovation examples. Through these reflections, it invites scholars and practitioners to engage in reimagining planning as a transformative and equitable endeavor.
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| Keywords | interdisciplinary; transformative; collective art; urban infographics. |
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| Best Congress Paper Award | Yes |
