Year: 2016
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: This work presents an analysis of recent Crowdmapping and Collaborative Mapping initiatives in Brazil.In our discussion, we argue that Crowdmapping and Collaborative Mapping technologies can contribute to the development of better representations of issues that affect communities, as well as to the development of more stable forms of civic engagement and social innovation.In addition, we discuss we discuss how design can contribute to Crowdmapping and Collaborative Mapping initiatives in order to support the development of more appropriate public policies for these communities.
Institution: Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro
Language: Portuguese
Subfield: Geography, Planning and Development
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
OpenAlex ID: W2556573905
