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By Phil Wood & Charles Landry Published by Earthscan in 2008
Cities are more diverse than ever. We argue that simply managing this diversity is not enough. Instead, cities should actively plan for interculturalism — an approach that turns diversity into a source of creativity, economic vitality, and social innovation. It highlights that there is more that we share than divides us by moving from multiculturalism to interculturalism as the former often treats communities as separate “islands,” risking segregation and missed opportunities for connection. The latter encourages meaningful interaction and dialogue between different cultural groups to build trust, shared identities, and a stronger social fabric. Urban planning should foster contact zones where people naturally meet — streets, parks, schools, markets, cultural venues and policies should promote mixed neighbourhoods, inclusive public services, and cultural events that bring people together.
By Phil Wood & Charles Landry Published by Earthscan in 2008
Cities are more diverse than ever. We argue that simply managing this diversity is not enough. Instead, cities should actively plan for interculturalism — an approach that turns diversity into a source of creativity, economic vitality, and social innovation. It highlights that there is more that we share than divides us by moving from multiculturalism to interculturalism as the former often treats communities as separate “islands,” risking segregation and missed opportunities for connection. The latter encourages meaningful interaction and dialogue between different cultural groups to build trust, shared identities, and a stronger social fabric. Urban planning should foster contact zones where people naturally meet — streets, parks, schools, markets, cultural venues and policies should promote mixed neighbourhoods, inclusive public services, and cultural events that bring people together.