ERUA Science Cafés

We explore the Urban Neighborhood at Saint-Denis, Paris

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This event serves as a springboard for creative discussions leading to the 2nd #ERUAHackAThon from October 17 to 19, 2023, at Paris8 University.

Find more for the 2nd #ERUAHackAThon CALL_2nd_ERUA_HackAThon_Paris.pdf

AGENDA of the 2nd #ERUAHackAThon erua.aegean.gr/erua-hackathon/agenda

In ERUA we interest in promoting inclusive and sustainable neighborhoods

We look for collaborative solutions for urban neighborhoods, challenging ideas from interdisciplinary teams of students, citizens, residents, NGOs, community organizations, entrepreneurs, and policy makers.

Address Local Challenges

Challenge #1

Inclusive Urban Mobility: The neighborhood as a key to promote sustainable mobility.

“Uniting Neighborhoods through Inclusive Mobility Solutions”

We reimagine transportation to meet the needs of all individuals within cities.

We need to rethink urban mobility, supporting an ecological transition for all vulnerable populations: elderly and people with disabilities, as well those who might face financial constraints in purchasing electric cars, or buying bicycles, personal scooters and accessing alternative means of transportation.

We want to create

• inclusive communities where everyone can easily access essential services, education, employment, and recreational opportunities.
• networks of transit systems that connect different parts of the neighborhood and offer diverse transportation options, that are easier for people to choose sustainable modes of travel that best suit their needs

Challenge #2

Nature Inclusive Neighborhoods

“Embracing the Beauty of Nature in Our Neighborhoods”

Nature inclusive neighborhoods, also known as nature-based neighborhoods or green neighborhoods, are residential areas designed to integrate nature and green spaces into the urban fabric. These neighborhoods encompass diverse natural and semi-natural areas, including forests, wide range of flora and fauna meadows, gardens, small-scale farming plots, green roofs, and bodies of water. Moreover, they play a central role in the cultural life of the community, offering recreational opportunities, spaces for relaxation, educational activities, and the chance to connect with nature for nearby residents. Access to green urban spaces promotes physical and mental health, creates feelings of safety, contributes to higher rates of employment and income in the area, and results in long-term benefits such as reductions in health care costs and energy consumption.

Key words: Green infrastructures, easy access to nature, urban agriculture, biodiversity, community engagement

Challenge #3

Celebrating Cultural Diversity: Embracing Inclusion in Neighborhoods

Embracing diversity and inclusion of cultural expressions is a transformative approach to building a cohesive and harmonious society that values the richness of human diversity. This collective process involves actively promoting and supporting the diverse cultural identities, practices, and traditions of neighborhood residents. It encompasses various forms of cultural manifestations, such as arts, music, literature, dance, theatre, crafts and more, representing the unique identities, values, beliefs, and traditions of individual with different backgrounds. The goal is to create an inclusive and welcoming community where everyone’s cultural contributions are celebrated.

Key words: Diverse cultural events and festivals, inclusive Public Spaces, cultural exchanges, challenging stereotypes, spaces for open dialogue and respectful conversations.

Challenge #4

Diverse Entrepreneurs: Collaboration, Innovation, Diversity, and Inclusion in Entrepreneurship

Neighborhoods characterized by socio-economic deprivation and cultural diversity offer a unique platform for fostering creative, cultural, and social entrepreneurship, driving economic growth, innovation, and social impact.

Social capital plays a vital role in entrepreneurship, facilitating connections and collaborations within reliable networks. However, not all entrepreneurs have equal access to crucial resources such as mentorship, funding, and role models, leading to disparities in opportunities. There exists a notable disparity in funding, with a disproportionate share going to white male entrepreneurs, while women entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs of colour are underrepresented in major incubator and accelerator programs.

Key words: equal opportunities, dynamic diverse entrepreneurial community, social innovation, creativity, underrepresented groups, community well-being, job creation, social enterprises, non-profit organizations, creative business models, sustainable practices, alternative financing

Date/Time: October 9, 2023 | 15:00-17:00 (CET) / 16:00-18:00 (EET/Athens time)

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