{"id":19132,"date":"2025-04-02T13:46:32","date_gmt":"2025-04-02T10:46:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.unhabitatyouth.org\/?p=19132"},"modified":"2025-04-02T13:50:39","modified_gmt":"2025-04-02T10:50:39","slug":"still-have-questions-about-the-ygi-process-we-got-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.unhabitatyouth.org\/en\/still-have-questions-about-the-ygi-process-we-got-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Got Questions About the YGI Process? Here’s Everything You Need to Know!"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The Young Gamechangers Initiative (YGI)<\/b> is all about young people stepping up, getting creative, and making their communities better. From brainstorming ideas to seeing them come to life, YGI walks you through the whole journey of transforming public spaces in five unique studios. Here\u2019s how it all goes down:\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Studio I: City-Wide Public Space Assessment <\/span>\"\"<\/p>\n

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First up, it\u2019s time to hit the streets (and maps)! Young Gamechangers<\/strong> act like urban detectives, spotting spaces that need a glow-up. With cool tools like surveys and mapping apps<\/strong>, they figure out what works and what doesn\u2019t. The best part? The whole community gets to vote on which public space to focus on, so it\u2019s a true team effort.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Studio II: Public Space Site-Specific Assessment<\/h4>\n

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Now it\u2019s time to dig deeper\u2014literally! Gamechangers<\/strong> take a closer look at the spaces they\u2019ve chosen, using tools like Inhabit Place<\/strong> to gather all the details. They take pictures, ask the community how they utilize the space, and collect insights about what\u2019s missing and what could make it better in the future. This is where curiosity meets creativity, setting the stage for the next steps.<\/span><\/p>\n

Studio III: Minecraft Design Studio<\/h4>\n

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Now comes the fun part: designing! Young Gamechangers<\/strong> turn to Minecraft<\/strong>, the iconic video game, to bring their ideas to life. In this studio, participants use the game to create detailed models of their envisioned public spaces. Minecraft<\/strong> becomes a bridge between imagination and reality, allowing youth to visualize their concepts in 3D. These models serve as compelling pitches to city leaders, architects, and planners, proving that innovation and creativity can go hand in hand.<\/span><\/p>\n

Studio IV: Architecture Design Studio<\/h4>\n

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With Minecraft models in hand, the ideas take on a more technical shape. Studio IV brings Young Gamechangers together with architects, urban planners, and public health professionals<\/strong>. Using advanced design software the team transforms the Minecraft models into detailed and actionable architectural proposals<\/strong>. This phase emphasizes collaboration and ensures that the designs meet both aesthetic and practical standards.<\/p>\n

Studio V: Tactical Placemaking<\/h4>\n

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Now it\u2019s go time! Tactical Placemaking is where designs leave the screen and hit the streets. Whether it\u2019s new green spaces, colorful murals, or funky installations, this is all about bringing ideas to life.<\/strong> This studio is where the dream becomes reality, proving the power of youth-driven change.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2728 Digital Tools Powering the YGI Process<\/b><\/h4>\n

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From start to finish, digital tools are the secret for making it all happen. Young Gamechangers learn a variety of those throughout the process:<\/p>\n