Stories from the Unseen
This publication brings together fifteen personal stories from individuals who experience cities in ways that are often overlooked. Through real interviews collected in five European cities: Kranj (Slovenia), Vantaa (Finland), Kiel (Germany), Bydgoszcz (Poland) and Granada (Spain) the publication gives voice to people from the project’s target groups: people with disabilities, autistic individuals, seniors, migrant women and families with children.
PDF version of the publication is available at the bottom of this page
What it covers
- Personal experiences of accessibility, safety and inclusion in urban environments
- Everyday challenges related to mobility, public transport, infrastructure and social interaction
- Emotional perspectives that reveal invisible barriers in the built environment
- Stories showing social exclusion, resilience, adaptation and community support
- Insights into urban reality beyond statistics, through human centred narratives
- Case study updates from each city participating in the SAFE project
Why it is useful
- Helps readers and stakeholders understand urban challenges from a human perspective
- Highlights lived experiences that can inform inclusive urban planning and design
- Encourages empathy and awareness in decision making
- Valuable for education, research, community engagement and social innovation
- Can be used as a teaching resource in urban studies, architecture, social sciences or public policy
