Creating parks and public spaces that work for teenage girls
This page brings together practical resources, research and learning from Make Space York, alongside useful tools and examples from wider work around teenage girls and public space.
The resources are aimed at anyone involved in shaping, managing or improving parks and public spaces, including local authorities, park managers, landscape architects and urban designers, developers, councillors, community organisations and anyone wanting to better understand the experiences of teenage girls.
The aim is to share what we’ve learned, what’s worked and practical approaches that others can adapt and use.
This is a growing collection, with new resources and tools being added as our work develops.
A Guide to Creating Parks That Work for Teenage Girls
A practical guide bringing together learning from Make Space York with research, case studies and examples from across the UK.
MAKE SPACE YORK – ROwntree Park
This report shares the story of Make Space York Engagement spanning over 5 years. Local teenage girls helped shaped changes to the park, creating a public space where girls feel welcome and that they belong.
Engagement Toolkit
Downloadable materials and activities to help councils, community groups and others hear directly from teenage girls and involve them meaningfully in shaping public space.
Coming soon.
