Blog
The Evolution of Mapping: From Paper to Digital in Community Projects
In this blog, Joseph discusses the transition from traditional paper maps to digital mapping tools like Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and open-source platforms such as OpenStreetMap (OSM). He highlights how digital mapping enhances accuracy, facilitates collaboration, and empowers communities to document their environments. Despite challenges like the digital divide and data privacy concerns, emerging technologies such as LiDAR and AI offer opportunities for improved spatial data analysis. Joseph emphasises the importance of integrating local knowledge with advanced mapping technologies to support sustainable community development.
Mapping through Zines
This blog explores the concept of zines—small, self-published booklets that allow individuals to creatively express their views, personal stories, or experiences. It highlights the potential of zine-making as a tool for political expression, particularly for young people who feel disconnected from formal politics. Drawing on personal experiences and political aesthetics, the blog discusses how zines can empower individuals to share their perspectives in an accessible and creative way. It also introduces a project combining zine-making workshops with a public map to showcase young voices and experiences on Anglesey.
The Beating Heart
In this blog, Tansy Rogerson draws on her experiences in Gracia, Barcelona and Otavalo, Ecuador and her work as a Community Mapper on Public Map Platform to advocate the importance of a sense of place, the love and warm hug of the community that makes you feel like to belong, safe, the tender care, the protection, the real beating heart which is the community.
Creating a Community of Mappers
We’re creating a community of Mappers! The Public Map Platform is working towards an ideal in which everyone is able to map what’s important to them in the space in which they live, to help shape the future of that area in ways that are meaningful to them. We are doing this by enlisting the help of our Community Mappers. They are local people with valued insight and knowledge as to what’s important for the future of Ynys Môn.
Shaping Ynys Môn’s Future Together: Your Opinions Matters to Us
Discover how your voice can shape Ynys Môn’s future! Join Dr. Kewei Chen and Dr. Ronita Bardhan in their mission to research the impact of the Public Map Platform (PMP) as it tackles the social, cultural, and environmental challenges facing Ynys Môn. Find out why your input is crucial to the project’s success and how you can help build a brighter future for our communities and the island.
Lle Llais arrives at Ynys Môn!
Lle Llais – a journey through the stunning landscapes of Ynys Môn is currently underway! Tristian Evans writes on the background and purpose of these multisensory events for children and young people, as part of the Public Map Platform’s engagement activities.
A Journey of Creativity and Connection: Designing and building the Rural Roaming Room, Lle Llais
Owen of PEARCE+ guides us through the design and construction process of our innovative Rural Roaming room, Lle Llais.
Beyond parks and playgrounds: fostering and celebrating a culture of play for children and teenagers
Thousands of children and teenagers are coming together to celebrate Playday at events across Wales. This annual national day for play, held on the first Wednesday every August, provides a timely opportunity to highlight the importance of playing for a healthy and happy childhood.
We Can All Now Be Mappers
With digital apps we can now all be mappers, but most of us aren’t. Here's how the Public Map Platform project is going to help
How measuring air quality can help us to build a healthier environment
Ever wondered about the air we breathe inside schools? Air quality plays a crucial role in health and learning. This blog delves into why monitoring air quality is essential, especially in places where children spend much of their day. Pollutants can cause respiratory issues and hinder concentration, so measuring air quality leads to healthier, more productive schools. Focusing on schools, which are community hubs, can also set the stage for broader awareness and action. Discover innovative ways to turn science lessons into hands-on activities, fostering curiosity and a love for learning. Ready to make a difference? Dive in and see how together we can help create a healthier, more informed future for our children.
What is a Map?
Play:Disrupt are reminded that children will always outplay them as they experiment with methods for co-designing digital maps
Prototyping new technologies: Creating new kinds of maps that explore the interconnectedness of community wellbeing
Free Ice Cream talk about the principles they bring to the community mapping tools they make. From making something that’s fun to use, to helping communities ask better questions about how and why they live as they do. The mapping tools being developed in the Public Map Platform are highly innovative.
The What and Why of Inclusion
This blog looks at the importance and power of working inclusively within a team that is working in two languages, across cultures, with multiple organisations, a diversity of academic disciplines, each with its own technical language and a range of access needs and different communication styles.
Designing the Rural Roaming Room
An innovative space to imagine a better future
Ynys Môn/ Anglesey site visits with Natural Resources Wales
Preparing for a summer of activities with a whistle stop tour of sites managed by Natural Resources Wales on The Isle of Anglesey.
