Games for Cities
Katowice Places (2015)
Katowice, Poland
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At the behest of local communities, in collaboration with local politicians and the University of Katowice, an engaging Place Game was organized within the historic miners’ community of Nikiszowiec in Katowice, Silesia.
This Place Game aimed to foster community engagement and collaboration by bringing together residents, politicians, and academics to collectively envision and transform the Nikiszowiec area. While the specific details of the game’s objectives and gameplay are not provided in the sentence, Place Games typically involve interactive workshops and discussions that encourage participants to share ideas, propose improvements, and work together to enhance the livability and cultural significance of a particular locality. This initiative likely encouraged creative thinking and community-driven initiatives to revitalize and celebrate the unique heritage of Nikiszowiec.