Abstract
This article examines urban activism and tactical urbanism as key elements of participatory urban planning within the framework of integrated urban development. Using the case of Zhytomyr, the study highlights the positive influence of urban activism on decision-making and urban planning processes, underscoring the critical role of tactical urbanism in enhancing residents’ quality of life and preserving the city’s historical heritage. The analysis of urban activism was carried out through media screening to track information flows and identify spatial expressions of urban activism. The evaluation of urban development stakeholders by Zhytomyr residents, based on their perception, potential, and prospects, was conducted using the semantic differential method. The variability and consistency of respondents’ answers were analyzed using the box-and-whisker plot method to identify data distribution patterns, including anomalous and extreme values. The findings reveal that urban activism in Zhytomyr manifests across various scales and organizational forms. However, it remains predominantly localized and small-scale, with limited evidence of significant protest-oriented activities. Respondents identified non-governmental organizations and urban activists as having the highest potential and future prospects in urban development, while local authorities received the lowest ratings. Mapping analysis of Zhytomyr’s “Center” zone identified and visualized challenges related to the use of and interaction with public spaces. Within the scope of urban activism, phased tactical urbanism measures were proposed for the city’s central area, including workshops on public space prototyping, parklet installations, and the creation of interactive engagement spaces. These initiatives are intended to foster a more comfortable and appealing urban environment, providing a platform for testing innovative solutions and actively engaging residents in the city-making process.
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