Planning strategies for youth participation in the co-production of future cities: Democratising power relations in smart cities’ agendas
The evolution of the Future City concept is shaped by a complex mix of technologies, social and economic factors, governance arrangements, and policy and business drivers. It has expanded a new sector of the economy - urban services. The implementation of different 'Smart City' concept, therefore, follows very varied paths depending on each city’s specific policies, objectives, funding and scope. Smart Urbanism requires cities to commit themselves to integrated, sustainable and participative urban growth. The way worldwide cities evolve will guide the future of society not only in the urban development field, but also in their economic, ecological and civic engagement aspects. Whilst research is being commissioned at the larger scale - theoretical and strategic planning, there is a large grey area of information not being reported as widely - the human experience and actual benefits and scope for involvement by citizens. Youth experiences are marginalised and their ability to influence the planning of their cities in the digital age is not well understood. Outcome of the study will contribute to the gap of knowledge in the strategies employed by state actors in allowing and promoting citizen’s participation in the planning and implementation of future cities.
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