Creating a Sense of Place
Feeling connected to the places in which we live is vital to the social, cultural, economic and environmental health of any community.
If we feel connected:
- there is better social cohesion and inclusion;
- our culture thrives in a supportive environment;
- we promote our area as a great place to live, visit and invest;
- we bolster our economy by attracting new businesses and tourism; and
- we appreciate and want to care for our built and natural environment.
Consulting with young people about public space
In 2000, Tamworth PCYC in country NSW, wished to refurbish the club to incorporate a new youth space, which was attractive, appropriate and accessible for young people. A creative consultation process was designed to enable the input of young people and artists into the design of the new space. It involved an artist-in-resident program in three stages spanning approximately fourteen weeks. Artists were employed to work with young people developing skills and exploring issues of public space through a variety of art forms.
Source: Meg Simpson, (PCYCNSW), IAP2 Conference 20
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