We interview Barbara Oettinger Searle, the creator and director of Who Said We Did Not Know?, a film centered around immigration dialogue in the United States. She explains the concept, message, and challenges of creating the short film.
Welcoming and Incorporating Immigrant’s Knowledge into the Planning Process Through Community Engagement
James Rojas shares his method for outreach and engagement with historically underrepresented populations in the planning process.
Being American
An Italian-American’s experience growing up in Queens, New York.
Rebuilding a city: Lessons from Sri Lanka
Some cities carefully consider how to appropriately rebuild after war. In Sri Lanka, this is done in connection to people’s ethnic identities.
The In-betweener: Where Do I Belong
Four people in New York share their stories of “home.”
The Disappearance of Little Thailand
Singapore’s Little Thailand has been a haven and stepping stone for immigrants from Thailand and of Thai descent. As Singapore and its population continues to shift, community members of Little Thailand’s Golden Mile complex reflect on identity and adjustment to the changing environment.
Agent of Change - A neighbourly policy for the mixed-use 24/7 city
Andrea Forsberg explains why the Agent of Change policy in London may be a saving grace for cultural venues in the city.
Affordable Housing for Artists in New York City - What are the challenges?
Daniel Arnow of The Actors Fund discusses the barriers faced by artists looking for affordable housing in NYC.
The Housing Impacts of Sports Stadiums
Alex Spatz discusses the real impacts that sporting arenas have on local neighborhoods.
Little India: It takes a community to paint a mural
Paul Chu shares with us the in's and out's of creating public art murals through his work in Singapore.
Why cows are also good for our cities
Dominique Cuoco reminisces the CowParade that once upon a time took over the public spaces of New York City.