Session 12
Diverse Economies meets Urban Studies: continuing the conversation
10th November (Wednesday)
11am New York1pm Buenos Aires5pm-7pm Paris7pm Istanbul11pm Bangkok
11th November (Thursday)
3am Sydney
Abstract
This session provides a space to explore links and connections between diverse/communities economies and urban research and action. It follows an initial informal online discussion of CERN members in December 2020, at which a number of themes were identified for further collective discussion:
The capitalocentric nature of much urban theory and theorising
Drawing on diverse economies ideas to inform different kinds of urban theories
Contesting and reworking visions/models of urban development
Rethinking the value and valuation models used in urban policy fields
Reimagining urban expertise and professions from diverse economies perspectives
What the urban might offer as a starting point for diverse economies research
Exploring diverse economies praxis in urban settings
The first hour of the session will provide an opportunity for people to contribute short 5 minute presentations on these themes and others. The second hour will provide an opportunity to advance collective discussion and ideas for further action, including developing a shared reading list, further discussions and collective writing projects.
Convenor
Myfanwy Taylor