Participatory Planning in the Age of Polarization - UrbanWise Voices

In this episode of UrbanWise Voices, we dive into the blog “Participatory Planning in the Age of Polarization: Can It Still Work?” to explore how civic engagement is being reimagined in a time of deepening divides. As trust in institutions declines, cities around the world are turning to digital platforms, co-design strategies, and AI-assisted tools to make planning more inclusive and responsive.From Barcelona’s Decidim to Taiwan’s Polis, this episode highlights how participatory planning is evolving to meet today's challenges—while keeping equity and collaboration at its core.This AI-narrated episode brings to life the full blog post originally published on the UrbanWise website.🎙️ Created by Melike Şenkal and powered by UrbanWise, this podcast transforms thoughtful blog content into accessible audio—made for planners, urbanists, and anyone passionate about the future of democracy in city-making.🌐 Discover more at UrbanWise and follow UrbanWise Voices for more fresh perspectives on urban change.