'In our new study, we compare use of such spaces in Auckland and Venice. Our findings present a paradox: playgrounds built for safety can stifle creativity and mobility, while self-organising open spaces offer rich opportunities to explore and belong.' …
🚸 New in @ConversationEDU Playgrounds alone aren’t enough. In Venice, kids roam, climb, draw, explore. In Auckland, fenced spaces limit their agency. Cities must empower children to shape public space. 📰 https://t.co/OY67YagDuY #ChildFriendlyCities #Urb…
RT @ConversationEDU: NZ playgrounds are often separated from city life, constraining children’s spontaneous play. Planners can learn from c…
Beyond playgrounds: how less structured city spaces can nurture children’s creativity and independence https://t.co/agvNlYmE8D via @ConversationEDU