Creating Better Cities with Children and Youth

Download or read book Creating Better Cities with Children and Youth written by David Driskell and published by Unesco. This book was released on 2002 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical manual is based on the findings of the "Growing Up in Cities" project developed by UNESCO in a wide range of urban settings in industrialised and developing countries. It contains ideas for engaging young people with their local environment and facilitating their participation in the community development process. Case studies from project sites help to demonstrate the methods in action and show how they can be adapted to meet local needs. The publication provides a useful tool for urban planners, municipal officials, youth workers, non-governmental organisations, educators and others who believe in the value of community education and empowerment as a fundamental building block of a vibrant and resilient civil society.