relation: https://frw.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/4781/
title: From policy to practice: immplenting chid-friendly design in new urban development in Groningen
creator: Dieben, S.
description: This research examines how the municipality of Groningen translates policy aspirations into practical   implementations of child-friendly design principles in new urban development projects. A mixed-methods   approach was used, including in-depth interviews, a policy analysis, and case studies of three new build   projects in Groningen: Westerwal, Ebbingekwartier, and Eemskwartier. These projects are analyzed to   assess their child-friendliness and the factors contributing to their outcomes. A Child-Friendly   Neighbourhood Index (CFNI) is developed to measure and compare the spatial quality for children across   these projects. The research reveals that while Groningen's policies often integrate child-friendly elements   within broader goals like sustainability and social cohesion, explicit prioritization of child-friendliness is not   always evident. The use of several tools allows the municipality to set priorities that include child-friendly   features depending on the specific context of each project. However, the successful implementation of   these policies is frequently hindered by challenges such as spatial constraints, competing stakeholder   interests, and a lack of direct involvement of children in planning processes. The study concludes that   while Groningen has made strides in implementing child-friendly design principles, there is room for   improvement in making these initiatives more visible and explicitly targeted. The insights gained from this   research can serve as a valuable reference for other cities facing similar urban challenges, promoting   knowledge sharing and best practices in creating inclusive, child-friendly urban environments.
date: 2024
type: Thesis
type: NonPeerReviewed
format: text
language: en
identifier: https://frw.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/4781/1/Master-thesisSabine-Diebenfinal-versionS2733692.pdf
identifier:   Dieben, S.  (2024) From policy to practice: immplenting chid-friendly design in new urban development in Groningen.  Master thesis.