Assemble Papers is a Melbourne-based platform promoting systemic change through urban design, community engagement, and social inclusivity, with a focus on innovative city planning approaches.
Assemble Papers is a medium that broadcasts ideas for systemic change, focusing on topics such as urban design, community engagement, and social inclusivity. It is based in Melbourne, Australia, and acknowledges the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. The platform features articles and stories that explore innovative approaches to city planning, emphasizing the importance of emotional and personal connections to urban spaces. It highlights the work of change agents who use creative methods to engage communities in the design process, such as James Rojas and John Kamp, who use hands-on, playful techniques to help people articulate their needs and desires for public spaces. Assemble Papers also delves into the intersection of digital world-building and urban design, particularly in the context of LGBTQIA+ communities. It features the work of researchers like Dr. Xavier Ho, who explores how digital spaces can foster inclusivity and self-determination. The platform aims to inspire new ways of thinking about city planning and community development, promoting a more inclusive and empathetic approach to urban design.