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This conversation explores the Citizen Prosperity Index methodology and its application in various local contexts, emphasising the importance of community-led interventions and the diverse definitions of prosperity across cultures. The discussion highlights the challenges of urban regeneration, the need for interventions to ensure benefits reach long-term residents, and the role of citizen scientists in shaping urban policy.

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Chapters

00:00 Understanding Citizen Prosperity Index Methodology

05:24 Defining Prosperity Across Different Cultures

10:36 Rethinking Economic Growth and Prosperity

15:44 The Effectiveness of Regeneration in East London

23:54 The Role of Citizen Science in Urban Planning

38:41 Empowering Communities through Citizen Participation

51:35 Radical Shifts in Community Empowerment