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The World Playground Research Institute is dedicated to promoting children’s health, well-being, physical activity, and positive development globally by conducting research and leading advocacy for evidence-informed playground planning and design.

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Announcement: Jasper Schipperijn at TEDxOdense 2025

We are excited to start 2025 off with great news: Jasper Schipperjin, Head of Centre, will be speaking at TEDxOdense on January 31st 2025 in Odense, Denmark.

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Features

January, 2025

Architect Spotlight: Gweneth Leigh

Gweneth Leigh is an Australian landscape architect and researcher with a deep commitment to designing meaningful outdoor spaces that provide…

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Features

December, 2024

Research Spotlight: Avin Khalilollahi

"My interest in urban design was sparked by a curiosity about how spaces influence human behavior and well-being — how…

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Opinion

November, 2024

The Power and Challenges of Co-Creating with Youth

The YoPA project aims to create, implement, and assess social and physical interventions that improve the lifestyle of adolescents aged…

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Opinion

October, 2024

Supporting School Children with Disabilities: Addressing Gaps in Playground Accessibility and Inclusion

The United Nations identifies play as a right for all children. However, children with disabilities often face inequitable opportunities to…

Features

October, 2024

Research Spotlight: Kimberly Clevenger

Meet Kimberly Clevenger, a physical activity researcher from Utah State University whose research journey started by chance – only to…

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September, 2024

Investing in Playgrounds: New Research Emphasizes the Need for More

A recent study by researchers from the World Playground Research Institute highlights the critical role of playgrounds in supporting children's…

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Features

July, 2024

Get to know Cathrine from the World Playground Research Team

"As a former gymnast, I've always had a strong interest in promoting movement and active living, particularly among children." Building…

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Opinion

June, 2024

Why Kids Aren’t Playing Outside (And What You Can Do

On June 11, 2024, we celebrated the first-ever International Day of Play. This global event highlights the urgent need to…

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General

June, 2024

It’s Time to Go Out and Play! Happy International Day

Today we’re putting play back on the agenda as we celebrate the first International Day of Play. This worldwide celebration…

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