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Neftaly Designing parks that include urban farming initiatives

Neftaly: Designing Parks That Include Urban Farming Initiatives

Neftaly is integrating urban farming into park design to promote food security, environmental education, and community engagement. By transforming underutilized park areas into productive spaces for growing fruits, vegetables, and herbs, Neftaly empowers residents to connect with sustainable agriculture and healthy living.

These urban farming zones may include community gardens, educational plots, vertical gardens, and composting areas—all supported through partnerships with local organizations, schools, and volunteers. The produce grown can be used for local food programs, markets, or shared among participants, fostering a spirit of cooperation and shared responsibility.

Through this innovative approach, Neftaly reimagines parks as vibrant, multi-use spaces where nature, nutrition, and community thrive together.

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Neftaly Community park programs that also support local artisans and makers

Neftaly: Community Park Programs That Support Local Artisans and Makers

Neftaly champions community park programs designed to uplift local artisans and makers by providing vibrant spaces for showcasing their crafts, talents, and small businesses. Through markets, pop-up shops, craft fairs, and interactive workshops held in parks, Neftaly creates opportunities for artists to engage directly with the community, build their brands, and generate income.

These programs not only enhance the cultural richness of public spaces but also foster economic empowerment and community pride. By integrating arts and crafts into park programming, Neftaly encourages creativity, cultural exchange, and local entrepreneurship—making parks dynamic hubs of both social and economic activity.

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Neftaly Programs that bridge generational gaps through intergenerational park activities

Core Intergenerational Park Initiatives:

1. Story Circles & Oral History Sessions

Elders and youth gather in park spaces to share stories, life lessons, and cultural histories. These sessions not only preserve heritage but also validate the wisdom of older generations while enhancing listening skills and curiosity among youth.

2. Gardens Across Generations

Community gardening programs pair seniors with children or teens to grow vegetables, herbs, or native plants. This hands-on collaboration fosters teamwork, environmental awareness, and patience, while also promoting physical activity for all ages.

3. Tech in the Park

Youth teach older adults how to use smartphones, apps, or social media in outdoor tech workshops, while elders reciprocate by sharing traditional games, skills, or crafts. The result is mutual learning in a relaxed, nonjudgmental setting.

4. Legacy Arts & Crafts

Craft sessions focused on traditional arts—such as beadwork, knitting, or woodworking—encourage cross-generational bonding. Youth learn heritage skills, and older adults feel recognized for their cultural contributions.

5. Fitness for All Ages

Inclusive wellness activities such as tai chi, walking clubs, and dance classes are adapted for different abilities and age groups, encouraging physical and social engagement across generations.

6. Park Stewardship Days

Families and mixed-age community teams join forces to clean, plant, or improve park areas. These collaborative service projects build a sense of shared responsibility and strengthen intergenerational respect.

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Neftaly Developing parks that integrate future mobility solutions

Neftaly: Developing Parks that Integrate Future Mobility Solutions

???? Vision

Design next-generation parks that not only serve as recreational spaces but also act as hubs for emerging mobility—linking people, places, and green tech in accessible, equitable ways.

???? Why Future Mobility in Parks?

As cities shift toward smart and sustainable transportation, parks must:

Connect to transit, bikeways, and pedestrian corridors
Adapt to micro-mobility (e-scooters, bikes, autonomous pods)
Support electric and shared vehicles
Serve as low-carbon connectors between neighborhoods

???? Neftaly’s Role: Youth-Driven Design for Mobility-Ready Parks

1. Mobility Mapping & Needs Assessment

Youth map current and future mobility gaps in neighborhoods
Identify how parks can serve as active nodes in the transportation network

2. Smart Mobility Workshops

Hands-on sessions on autonomous vehicles, EV infrastructure, AI in transport
Explore how these technologies intersect with parks, access, and equity

3. Design for Movement & Flow

Plan wide, safe, shaded multi-modal paths (walking, biking, scooters)
Use wayfinding and real-time digital signage to guide movement
Integrate AI-powered path lighting and traffic sensing

4. Charging & Parking Integration

Solar-powered EV/scooter/bike charging stations
Park-side mobility docks that double as social spaces
Green “mobility parks” near transit nodes with air-cleaning plants

5. Autonomous Drop Zones

Safe, clearly marked areas for autonomous vehicles or shuttles to drop off visitors (including elderly and disabled users)
Real-time scheduling kiosks or app connections

???? Sample Project: “Mobility Futures Park” – Designed by Youth

A prototype designed by Neftaly youth, featuring:

Smart walking paths with embedded solar panels
Scooter-share docks integrated into park entrances
Real-time air quality + congestion displays
Autonomous shuttle loop between the park and transit station
Interactive “Mobility Lab” zone to educate visitors on transport tech

???? Benefits

Community Impact	Sustainability	Innovation
Safer access to parks for all ages	Reduces car dependency	Makes parks testbeds for urban innovation
Encourages active commuting	Promotes low-carbon mobility	Engages youth in real-world problem-solving

???? “What if…” Discussion Starters for Youth Workshops

What if parks were the charging stations of the future?
How can we make parks safer for everyone—from walkers to wheelchairs to scooters?
What kind of transport will your neighborhood need in 2040, and how should parks adapt?

27/12/2024

Neftaly Creating spaces that evolve with community needs: future of urban parks

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Neftaly Developing zoning policies that prioritize parks and green spaces

Neftaly: Developing Zoning Policies That Prioritize Parks and Green Spaces

???? Why Zoning Matters for Parks

Zoning shapes land use, influencing how much space is dedicated to parks and green areas.
Proactive zoning can protect existing green spaces and mandate new park creation in growing neighborhoods.
Well-crafted policies promote environmental health, equitable access, and quality of life.

???? Neftaly’s Approach to Zoning Policy Development

1. Youth-Led Research & Community Mapping

Engage youth in identifying areas lacking adequate park access.
Use GIS tools and surveys to map green space distribution and population density.
Highlight disparities and opportunity zones for park expansion.

2. Drafting Model Zoning Provisions

Develop zoning language that:
- Requires minimum percentages of park/open space in new developments.
- Establishes “green corridors” linking parks and natural areas.
- Protects existing parks from rezoning or conversion to non-park uses.
- Encourages mixed-use developments that integrate green space.

3. Collaborating with City Planners & Officials

Present youth research and proposals to planning departments and zoning boards.
Advocate for inclusion of green space priorities in comprehensive plans.
Support public hearings with youth testimonies.

4. Promoting Equitable Access

Ensure zoning policies prioritize parks in underserved and high-density neighborhoods.
Address barriers related to affordability, safety, and transportation access.
Propose incentives for developers to create publicly accessible green spaces.

5. Building Public Support

Run awareness campaigns highlighting the benefits of park-centric zoning.
Engage local residents, schools, and community groups in advocacy efforts.
Use storytelling and data to demonstrate community need.

???? Example Policy Elements

Zoning Policy	Description
Parkland Dedication Ordinance	Developers must dedicate land or pay fees toward park creation
Green Space Ratios	Minimum % of site area reserved for parks/open space in new developments
Overlay Zones	Special zones with enhanced protections for critical habitats and parks
Connectivity Requirements	Mandate pathways and green corridors linking parks and neighborhoods
Incentives	Density bonuses or tax breaks for developments that integrate quality green spaces

???? Impact of Neftaly’s Zoning Advocacy

Increased green space in rapidly growing urban areas.
Protection of existing parks from commercial or residential conversion.
Improved access to parks for marginalized communities.
Youth recognized as key contributors to sustainable urban planning.