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THE ROLE OF PUBLIC SPACES IN THE INTEGRATION OF RESIDENTS IN CITTASLOW TOWNS

A. Jaszczak

First published: 2018https://doi.org/10.5593/sgemsocial2018/5.2/S19.036View metrics

Abstract

The Cittaslow Association was founded in Italy in 1999 to solve problems relating to spatial transformations, economic development and local identity. Headquartered in Orvieto, the movement brings together towns from several countries. The Cittaslow movement is committed to improving the quality of life of residents by promoting healthy life, protecting natural and cultural heritage and respecting local traditions as well as promoting alternatives to the current model of global development. The paper deals with a concept of planning public spaces based on social participation of residents. Examples of how public spaces can be created in Polish Cittaslow towns are presented. The research consisted in collecting sources and interpreting information as well as documents. The author made several analysis in city centers and other public areas and also conducted pre-project and project studies that some of them were later implemented. The research showed that an important role in the integration of residents primarily play green areas, including parks, squares, recreational areas and sports facilities. By adding greenery to public space people can improve it both aesthetically and functionally. Main squares, street space and areas of cultural and educational importance contribute to fostering social links between residents, too. All analyzed Cittaslow cities have a great potential in the possibility of using of green areas. Parks and squares are excellent places to integrate residents and introduce educational and cultural activities. However, there is a difference in program of activities and terms of development of such areas. In some cities, despite the completed revitalization projects, there is no integration of the inhabitants or it is poor. Therefore, recommendations for the use of city space in activities which integrate various social groups have been finally presented.

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Title
THE ROLE OF PUBLIC SPACES IN THE INTEGRATION OF RESIDENTS IN CITTASLOW TOWNS
Authors
A. Jaszczak
Proceedings
5th International Multidisciplinary Scientific Conference on Social Sciences and Arts SGEM 2018
Publisher
STEF92 Technology
Year
2018
Pages
287-294
SWS Citekey
Jaszczak201819287294
ISSN
2367-5659
ISBN
978-619-7408-60-7
Language
en
Publication type
Proceedings Paper
Keywords
public spacesmall townsgreen areassocial integration
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