Neighborhood Stories: Living, Identity, and Memory

This lecture explores the dynamics of neighborhoods, focusing on living conditions, power relations, and habitat differentiation. It delves into the concept of neighborhood stories, examining how historical districts and citizen areas shape collective memory and identity. The discussion extends to the impact of material environments on neighborhood symbols and the role of public sector interventions in stabilizing identities. By analyzing the case of the ghetto, the lecture highlights the interplay between spatial identity, social structures, and collective pride. It concludes by emphasizing the social, collective, and political nature of neighborhood practices, which shape the identity and narratives associated with different spaces.