# Event Details - **Event Name**: Panel Discussion: Designing for Childhood in the City - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 01:30 pm – Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 02:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: A panel discussion exploring what makes a child-friendly city and why it matters.About this EventWhat Makes a Great City for Children?Having listened to what Edinburgh’s children have told us about their city, Tuesday asks us to think, to consider what their experiences and ideas mean for the way we design, plan and shape Edinburgh.Bringing children’s voices together with research, evidence and professional expertise, Tim Gill, Sue Palmer, Shirley Young, and Dr Louise Hill bring perspectives spanning childhood and development, architecture and housing, planning and public space, independence, disability and inclusion.Together, we’ll think about what children need to grow, play, explore and participate in their city; what kinds of places support those needs; and how our streets, homes, neighbourhoods and public spaces could better enable independence, inclusion and belonging.What do children need? What places support it? What kind of city enables it? And how do we make sure every child is included?A chance to think differently about Edinburgh, about what we already know, what children can teach us, and what those responsible for shaping our city could be doing differently.Panel Discussion | Free TicketsFind us at A&DS:SpACE located on Level 0 of Edinburgh Futures Institute East Wing, next to Middle Meadow walk.ChairChairing the panel discussion is Dr Louise Hill, Director of the Children’s Parliament, Scotland’s national children’s human rights organisation. Louise has extensive experience in children’s rights, policy and participation, with a particular focus on ensuring children are listened to, taken seriously and able to influence the decisions, policies and places that shape their lives.SpeakersSue Palmer is a writer, educator and campaigner focused on child development and play. A former primary headteacher and literacy specialist, she is the author of Toxic Childhood and Upstart. She chaired the Scottish Play Commission and helped establish Upstart Scotland, advocating for childhood rooted in relationships, active and social play, time outdoors and developmentally appropriate expectations.Tim Gill is an independent scholar, writer and consultant, and a leading advocate for children’s outdoor play and mobility. He is the author of Urban Playground and No Fear. His work explores how planning, design and public policy can give children greater freedom to play, move around and participate in everyday city life.Shirley Young has spent her career working in equality, diversity and disability, with a particular focus on disabled children and their families. She previously chaired the Family Fund Trust and served on the Scotland Committee of the Big Lottery Fund. Her work brings extensive experience of inclusion, participation and the barriers that can prevent children and families from fully participating in everyday life. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/panel-discussion-designing-for-childhood-in-the-city/100002000403507741 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, business, kids - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Edinburgh Futures Institute, The University of Edinburgh - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Edinburgh Futures Institute, The University of Edinburgh - **lat**: 55.94473230000001 - **long**: -3.192856 - **full address**: Edinburgh Futures Institute, The University of Edinburgh, 1 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Panel Discussion: Designing for Childhood in the City - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/9af226093739e224deb23e28ce19f7c1deae93ebe7c6e868c53b780f9e942c7e-rimg-w1200-h600-dce8d8c8-gmir.jpg?v=1790351208 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Panel Discussion: Designing for Childhood in the City being held? - **A:** Panel Discussion: Designing for Childhood in the City takes place on Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 01:30 pm to Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 02:30 pm at Edinburgh Futures Institute, The University of Edinburgh, 1 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Panel Discussion: Designing for Childhood in the City? - **A:** Panel Discussion: Designing for Childhood in the City is organized by Simpson Studio. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Panel Discussion: Designing for Childhood in the City is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edinburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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