Smart City: Inclusion

Concept

Inclusion: Acknowledging and valuing people’s differences to enrich social planning, decision-making, and quality of life for everyone.

Smart City Practice

In an inclusive Smart City all residents have a sense of belonging, acceptance, and are recognized as valued and contributing members of society with a representative voice in governance.

An inclusive Smart City values all people and equitably meets the needs of all residents—including historically underserved and marginalized populations, e.g., people with disabilities, people who are aging. Real inclusion takes place when those already included in the “mainstream” learn from those who are excluded and initiate change.

One of the most important aspects that influence the
livability of cities is the capacity to be an inclusive city
that people can and want to call “Home.

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