New London Architecture

A new city: the women shaping public spaces

Webinar

Tuesday 27 June 2023
10:00 - 11:00

Image: Make Space for Girls 

In this webinar, we explore how women are shaping public spaces and influencing planning processes to prioritise accessibility and safety in urban areas.
Public spaces are an important measure for the success and wellbeing of cities, improving mental and physical wellness and providing accessible amenities for all. However, who are these spaces designed for and what role does gender play in their development?
 
Public spaces for young women and girls are less visible compared to the myriad of multi-use games areas such as skate parks and sports pitches that take up a significant place across our public realm. How can public spaces cater for the needs of different gender groups, and what can the industry do to make public spaces safer and more inclusive?
 
In this webinar, we explore how women are advocating for change and influencing planning processes to turn our public spaces into accessible, safe and multifaceted environments. 
 
From initiatives with local communities, planning consultations, workshops and thought-leadership, we will hear about the projects that are empowering women’s voices in shaping the future of our open spaces.

Programme

09:45       Speakers join via Zoom
 
10:00       Welcome from Chair 
                Florence Maschietto, Programme Manager, NLA
 
10:03       Making Space for girls
                Dr Julia King, Policy Fellow, LSE Cities
 
10:13       Rethinking public parks 
                Linda Thiel, Director, White Arkitekter
 
10:23       Take a seat
                Romy Rawlings, Chartered Landscape Architect and UK Commercial Director, Vestre
 
10:33       Panel discussion
                Speakers above, plus:
                Gabrielle Appiah, Senior Stakeholder Engagement Consultant, AECOM 
 
10:45       Q&A

11:00       End

Speaker biographies

Linda Thiel

Director of London Studio, White Arkitekter

Florence Maschietto

Senior Programme Manager, NLA

Romy Rawlings

Commercial Director, Vestre

Gabrielle Appiah

Senior Stakeholder Engagement Consultant, AECOM

Dr Julia King

Policy Fellow, LSE Cities


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