Accessibility issues and needs that were identified
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providing means for older adults to participate in urban planning;
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solve accessibility/mobility issues by collecting, visualising and sharing relevant, up to date and area specific data to inform decision making;
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create datasets of interesting and enjoyable places to assist in future planning efforts;
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measuring travel-time in Helsinki region considering needs of older citizens.
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Solutions to these needs will be piloted with the following three use cases:
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feedback on accessibility issues - piloted in Vuosaari
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point of Interest - piloted in Vuosaari
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travel-Time Matrix - piloted in the whole metropolitan area
Accessibility issues and needs that were identified
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providing means for older adults to participate in urban planning;
-
solve accessibility/mobility issues by collecting, visualising and sharing relevant, up to date and area specific data to inform decision making;
-
create datasets of interesting and enjoyable places to assist in future planning efforts;
-
measuring travel-time in Helsinki region considering needs of older citizens.
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Solutions to these needs will be piloted with the following three use cases:
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feedback on accessibility issues - piloted in Vuosaari
-
point of Interest - piloted in Vuosaari
-
travel-Time Matrix - piloted in the whole metropolitan area
technology approach
architecture. integration. platform
technology approach
URBANAGE
older citizen engagement
We are dedicated to ensuring older people's engagement in co-creation and urban planning! We believe that every voice matters, regardless of age, and recognise the valuable contributions that older adults bring to shaping our cities and communities.
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In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of involving older people in the decision-making processes that shape the places where they live. As our population continues to age, it is essential to create inclusive environments that cater to the needs and preferences of older adults, promoting their well-being and social participation.
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Co-creation refers to the collaborative process of involving diverse stakeholders in the design, implementation, and evaluation of urban development projects. By including older adults in this process, we aim to tap into their wealth of knowledge, experience, and insights. Their unique perspectives can shed light on the challenges they face, their aspirations, and the solutions they envision for creating age-friendly cities.
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Check out our resources below to explore the benefits of older people's engagement in co-creation and urban planning.
Policy Brief
View the original research report which informed the infographic and policy brief here.
Deliverables
Stakeholder mapping and engagement roadmap to help identify who needs to be included in co-creation activities and how.
User engagement guidebook and strategy for senior citizens based on experiences and lessons learned from URBANAGE.
Challenges, user requirements and solutions outlining results of co-creation activities within the URBANAGE project.
Publications
Older People and the Smart City – Developing Inclusive Practices to Protect and Serve Vulnerable Populations - Smart City and Digital Urban Twin technology relies heavily on data availability. In this peer-reviewed research article, we discuss how data on vulnerable population groups, in particular older people, can be obtained in an ethical and co-creative way
Invisible in the smart city: Using participatory design methods for age-friendly solutions - Smart City and Digital Urban Twin technology relies heavily on data availability. In this peer-reviewed research article, we discuss how data on vulnerable population groups, in particular older people, can be obtained in an ethical and co-creative way
Articles
