All Age Inclusive: Exploration Trip to Redefine Ages | SIRF 2023

Thematic Session 2

All Age Inclusive: Exploration Trip to Redefine Ages

Discover a new age-inclusive community through a child’s eye view

Why not start with Shenzhen to explore new possibilities for age-friendly communities?

Since 2015, Shenzhen has been promoting child-friendly city planning and building distinctive communities around this theme. The Shenzhen Community project practitioner and planner will lead a tour visiting child-friendly facilities and projects. Provide insights for the development of an age-inclusive community in Hong Kong through guided tours and communication.

Date: 20 Oct 2023 (Friday)

Time: Whole Day

Location: Futian District and Nanshan District, Shenzhen

Content: Visit child-friendly project sites, participate in sharing sessions

(*) Seats are limited, please click "Register" to make reservation. This is a preliminary application, and the remaining application procedures will be notified by email

Why Shenzhen?

Shenzhen is the first city in China to develop policies focused on building a "child-friendly city." Since 2015, it has been constructing policies and institutional support systems, along with a series of community development guidelines that cover areas such as communities, schools, libraries, hospitals, parks, and transportation systems.

Shenzhen is making significant efforts in four areas - policy-friendly, space-friendly, service-friendly, and participation-friendly - to promote the construction of a "child-friendly city." By maximising the activation of children's potential, it is also illuminating the future of the city.

Interested in learning more about the design concepts and cases of Shenzhen's "child-friendly city"? Hurry and sign up to participate in the Age-friendly Exchange Trip between Hong Kong and Shenzhen!

TOUR INTRODUCTION

Before construction

After construction

Before construction

After construction

Yitian Community Child-friendly Playground

—— Shenzhen's first community-level child-friendly park

Its design purpose is to provide a natural play space that satisfies the outdoor needs of children of different ages, as well as serving as a gathering place for families in the community. Based on these objectives, the park considers the needs of children of different age groups in the design of game functions, creating two distinct routes - an accessible playground and a natural adventure route - allowing children of different ages and needs to explore independently. Caregivers of children are also the key users of the park, and the design and placement of rest facilities in the park are well thought out.

Shenzhen Women & Children’s Building

—— Innovative public service complex

The Shenzhen Women & Children’s Building, which started in 1994, initiated a renovation project in June 2020. In the summer of 2023, the complex became a new landmark for Shenzhen as a child-friendly city, providing comprehensive services for women and children. Due to its vibrant colors, unique design, and rich imagination, it is referred to as the "Kaleidoscope" by people. The Shenzhen Women & Children’s Building explores the potential development of child-friendly spaces by introducing various charitable organisations and children's services through the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.

SUPPORTING PARTNERS INTRODUCTION

Special Guides

Urban Planning & Design Institute of Shenzhen / Child-Friendly City Research Centre, are one of the earliest teams involved in China's child-friendly city development. They were heavily involved in and led the construction of Shenzhen's child-friendly city, providing services across various areas, including strategic design and community grassroots practices, with a total of over 20 projects.

Shenzhen Association of Women’s Social Organizations (SAWSO) is a social organization in Shenzhen City, responsible for coordinating and leading relevant organizations to participate in the construction of child-friendly cities. It aims to promote social security and service development related to children in Shenzhen.

Tour Supporting Partner

RELOOK envisions and strives to become the leading center for sustainable development education in China, empowering young leaders and building a sustainable future. With a focus on the Greater Bay Area and influence extending to the Asia-Pacific region, they initiated a series of experiential activities, courses, and projects on sustainable issues and sustainable development education. They collaborated with governments, businesses, universities, foundations, social innovation institutions, and influential individuals who are passionate about youth development.