Join our workshop exploring the transformative potential of children's empowerment in shaping school environments. This session will provide insights why participatory practices in pre-schools and schools are essential and how they differ from urban placemaking. Participants will delve into practical methodologies that engage young children and learn how to harness children's ideas to enhance school spaces. Architects, educators and psychologists will present an overview of the theoretical framework behind school-based placemaking, highlighting unique challenges and opportunities it presents. Attendees will learn the crucial conditions necessary for participation and understand why this approach benefits the entire school community. Through interactive format, we will demonstrate techniques for interpreting children's wishes and assessing their involvement in decision-making processes. Participants will gain practical tools for evaluating the school environment to ensure it supports children's self-expression and active participation. The workshop will cover methods for co-creating tangible, contextually relevant projects with students, fostering a strong sense of school identity and community. We will share real-world examples and outcomes, illustrating how these practices transform physical spaces and rejuvenate relationships within the school, promoting collaborative and project-based learning. This session is designed for professionals seeking to implement innovative strategies that catalyze positive change in educational environments.
In this co-creative workshop we will explore Placemaking tools for Social Sustainability.
Hosted by ARTTENDERS, Rotterdam and JES Socialtecture, Hamburg, you`ll benefit from the fruitful combination of two perspectives: holistic knowledge and hands-on project expertise. The aim of our session is to explore social sustainability in placemaking. What does it actually mean? How do we achieve it? What can we specifically do to improve social connections? In 75 minutes we will focus on Social Life and it`s impact on placemaking.
Learn from ARTTENDERS experience in Rotterdam`s Social Design projects and it`s unique approach to integrate diverse people. Learn from the SOCIALTECTURE Principles of Life which describe the way Social Life works.
Together we will dip our toes into the pool of Social Design and Socialtecture. We will immerse ourselves in a joyful, intense co-creation providing us with a new perspectives on how we see and create places.
You will leave the workshop with a new insights on Social Life. You will be equipped with tools you can adapt to your own needs.
“Placemaking for Social sustainability” will empower us to make places that enhance community cohesion, encourage togetherness and lead to a sustainable Social Life.
