GDCI marks this World Children's Day with the release of two new booklets, “How to Engage Kids in Street Design” and “How to Evaluate Street Transformations Near Schools.”
Sixty leaders, twenty cities, one focus: How to make better streets for kids
GDCI’s first-ever Streets for Kids Leadership Accelerator welcomed 60 professionals from 20 cities around the world, all working at the intersection of children’s wellbeing and transportation. This competitively selected group came together for twelve online sessions over a six months period for an intensive course in street design best practices. Perhaps most importantly, this was a unique opportunity for them to share ideas, questions, and strategies with each other. Here’s a look back at what went into this program.
COMUNICADO DE IMPRENSA: Global Designing Cities Initiative Lança O Guia Desenhando Ruas para Crianças em Português
A Global Designing Cities Initiative (GDCI) lançou hoje o guia Desenhando Ruas para Crianças, tradução para o português do original em inglês Designing Streets for Kids.
Creating Spaces for Kids in Istanbul: The Transformation of Zümrütevler Square
The transformation of Zümrütevler has shown how the vibrancy of Istanbul’s public spaces can be supported with safe infrastructure, and how residents can take an active role in transforming their urban environment.
Press Release: Global Designing Cities Initiative Releases Designing Streets For Kids
GDCI's new urban design resource focuses on children and caregivers, offering practical solutions and inspiration to make streets safer and more welcoming for all.
Press Release: Four Global Cities to Receive In-Depth Training and Resources for Building Child-Friendly Streets
The Global Designing Cities Initiative (GDCI), announced that four cities—Fortaleza, Brazil; Kigali, Rwanda; Santiago, Chile; and Tirana, Albania—have been selected for in-depth technical assistance and training, along with supplemental funding to develop child-friendly streets as part of GDCI’s Streets for Kids program.
The Global Designing Cities Initiative (GDCI) today announced 12 global cities to receive training to design child-friendly streets as part of its Streets for Kids program.
