Greening the City was a lead co-investigator on an international project working with seniors, placemaking, and wayfinding. The project part of a grant awarded from the US-Canada Fulbright Leadership Program. Key activities included:
- Provision of background literature and evidence on placemaking and wayfinding in cities
- Colloboration on photovoice planning, execution, and activities with co-investigators
- Interdisciplinary team work that involved artists, academics, community leaders, and senior housing officials
Key benefits of qualitative research such as photovoice include:
- A more inclusive approach for underserved and vulnerable populations
- A better understanding of experiences of place that make communities liveable and connected
- A better understanding of barriers to active living and healthy food for vulnerable populations
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