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Community Engagement in Urban Planning: A Catalyst for Sustainable Development

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  • Joseph Owuondo

    (Doctor of Education & PhD in Urban Planning, Candidate, National University, San Diego California – USA & Maseno University – Kenya)

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The domain of urban planning occupies a seminal position in the delineation of our urban landscapes, wielding considerable influence over the trajectory of our cities. A burgeoning acknowledgment underscores the imperative integration of robust community participation in the intricate tapestry of urban development. This exposition articulates the indispensable nexus between community engagement and the multifaceted intricacies of urban planning, elucidating its profound implications for the realization of urban environments characterized by sustainability, inclusivity, and resilience.

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  • Joseph Owuondo, 2024. "Community Engagement in Urban Planning: A Catalyst for Sustainable Development," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(4), pages 167-181, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:8:y:2024:i:4:p:167-181
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