Urban Planning Every decision made in urban planning and development has an influence on children and caregivers’ experiences and interactions. Those experiences shape a child’s development and life potential. Today, more than one billion children are growing up in cities.62
That does not just mean building playgrounds. Family-centred urban planning and design includes various aspects of life: families are disproportionately challenged by things like poor public transport, lack of access to key services, and pollution.
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At this crucial early stage for babies and toddlers, thoughtful city planning helps children stay safe and healthy, and empowers caregivers to provide the loving, responsive care that is essential to child development.