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121: What if Children Designed Cities? with Mara Mintzer

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What if our cities were designed with children participating in the process? What they would prioritize might surprise us all! My guest, Mara Mintzer, did a TEDx talk on the topic of including children in the city planning process, and she’s been involved in this kind of unique child-friendly endeavor in Boulder, Colorado, as the co-founder and Executive Director of Growing Up Boulder. Join us as we take a look at this topic!


Show Highlights:

  • Mara’s background and current role in Boulder, CO
  • Public spaces aren’t often designed for children (and mothers).
  • The United Nations guidelines for human rights for those under 18 years of age
  • Wisdom from the tiniest voices about slowing down, enjoying the world around us, and noticing our experiences on life’s journey
  • The Nature Everywhere Initiative in cities across the US
  • Are we supporting kids’ development with our public spaces?
  • The value in having culturally relevant third spaces for kids
  • What would a teen-friendly park look like?
  • Hearing the voices of many diverse groups that have been traditionally excluded
  • Feedback from people about what they want in their communities
  • Promoting involvement from kids to understand their issues and craft workable solutions
  • A few unexpected things that kids want in their spaces
  • The dilemma for parents in kid-friendly restaurants with “adult food” AND “kid food”
  • More relaxed parenting in other countries and better work-life balance

    • Resources and Links:

    Connect with Mara Mintzer: Growing Up Boulder

    Mentioned in this episode: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt

    Connect with KC: Website, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook

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