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Community Gardens in Budapest, Challenges and Opportunities

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  • Amine Mseddi

    (Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Hungary)

  • Mariann Simon

    (Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Hungary)

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Community gardens have a long history worldwide. They offer an opportunity to reconnect the urban fabric ruptured by vacant plots, foster social connections, build community spirit, and promote sustainability. However, they have to face several challenges and obstacles like legal procedures, financial support and the changing engagements of the local communities. This trend appeared in Hungary relatively lately, about a decade ago. The paper focuses on vacant inner-city plots in Budapest. We analyse the situation and follow the story of four existing community gardens. We decipher the challenges they go through, especially their temporary status, the changing political circumstances and the accepting or rejecting attitude of the local population. On the other hand, we present the crucial role of NGOs and local communities in keeping these projects alive and raising awareness to improve their impact, improving city life.

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Handle: RePEc:epw:arch00:v:1:y:2022:i:5:id:616
DOI: 10.24018/ejarch.2022.1.5.16
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