GIS and Participative Planning: Case Study

This lecture introduces Geographic Information Systems (GIS) through a case study on GIS and participative planning. It covers topics such as territorial dynamics in cities like Thies and Seychelles, challenges related to rapid growth, water management issues, and urban planning constraints. The lecture also delves into participative planning processes, including systemic analysis and workshops for capacity building and data validation. It emphasizes the role of GIS as a communication tool to facilitate information sharing among stakeholders with limited technical skills. Specific constraints, predefined indicators, and data updating processes are discussed, along with the importance of simplicity and tailored approaches in participative dynamics.