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  • January, 2025

    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…

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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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…

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  • 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 Safe and Accessible Play Spaces

    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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  • 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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  • June, 2024

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

    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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