Abstract
![CDATA[Children’s viewpoints are rarely heard in government planning, Blacktown City Council partnered with Western Sydney University researchers to undertake a unique project using digital mapping. To promote the wellbeing of children, their environments and living standards, local governments are increasingly looking for effective strategies for emphasising and sustaining children’s participation and inclusion in their planning strategies. Blacktown City Council, keen to foster inclusive participation, held a Child Friendly Places Conference.]]
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | The Australian Local Government Health + Community Services Yearbook |
Editors | Giulia Heppell |
Place of Publication | West Melbourne, Vic. |
Publisher | Executive Media |
Pages | 31-33 |
Number of pages | 3 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781921345456 |
Publication status | Published - 2019 |
Keywords
- children
- public spaces
- city planning
- urban policy
- Blacktown (N.S.W.). Council