Essays about: "space for activities"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 499 essays containing the words space for activities.

1. 1. Cultivating connections: exploring the impact of community garden on social cohesion : in a socio-economic disadvantaged neighbourhood in Sweden

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Reham Ghallab; [2024]
   Keywords : Social cohesion; social capital; community garden; socio-economic neighbourhoods; segregation;

   Abstract : The study delves into the interplay between the social dynamics of the community garden space and broader socio-political forces, exploring how these factors mold practices and interactions within the community garden, thereby influencing social cohesion. Despite the apparent segregation, Tensta Garden serves as a catalyst, inspiring residents to construct relationships, actively participate, and cultivate connections and shared experiences. READ MORE

3. 2. THE NEW ERA OF HOUSING FOR THE ELDERLY? LIFESTYLE, FREEDOM AND COMMUNITY; A social anthropological study about how living in a co-housing building can affect the elderly’s quality of life and freedom.

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för globala studier

   Author : Teresita Stamm Alfredsson; [2023-09-27]
   Keywords : Co-housing; Elderly; Quality of life;

   Abstract : This thesis explores the elderly’s choice to change their housing situation and their option to move to a co-housing building. Cohousing is a type of housing arrangement that promotes social contact and community between the neighbors. READ MORE

4. 3. Behaviours of older adults in urban outdoor environments during warm days

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

   Author : Sandra Lujic; [2023-08-18]
   Keywords : Older adults; urban outdoor environments; behaviour; preferences; thermal comfort;

   Abstract : As a result of climate change, heat waves are expected to increase in frequency, duration, and severity, which is particularly threatening to the urban population. Vulnerable groups, including the older population, are more likely to be affected by adverse health effects due to heat exposure. READ MORE

5. 4. Perception of urban blue-green infrastructure during winter in Gothenburg

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

   Author : Mikaela Torell; [2023-08-17]
   Keywords : perception; greenery; water; urban environment; recreation;

   Abstract : Life in urban settlements is often associated with insufficient physical activity and continuous stress. By implementing blue-green infrastructure (BGI) consisting of parks, trees, ponds, and rain gardens, amongst others, recreational values can be provided for the residents. READ MORE

6. 5. Digital Wars: #GuacamayaLeaks and the rise of hacktivism in technopolitics : A netnography to understand the complexity of digital communication processes.

   University essay from Jönköping University/HLK, Communication, Culture and Diversity (CCD); Jönköping University/HLK, Medie- och kommunikationsvetenskap; Jönköping University/Sustainability Education Research (SER)

   Author : Viviana Levet; [2023]
   Keywords : hacktivism; technopolitics; netnography; information flows; gatekeeping; communication ecologies; digital media; social media; network society;

   Abstract : This master thesis explores the dynamics of information flows between the hacktivist group Guacamaya, media outlets and social media users. The study aims to understand the role of various social actors within the digital space such as media outlets, journalists, bots, and trolls, in shaping public opinion and the overall effectiveness of the group's communication activities. READ MORE