Charity and change begins at home, or at least in the neighbourhood. Towards this end, the ReMaking Our Public Places DIY Urbanism Makathon has been conceptualised to demonstrate the importance of vibrant, culturally active public spaces and the value of small, social urban spaces.

 The ReMaking Our Public Places DIY Urbanism Makathon aims to create joyful public spaces and ensure optimum utilisation of places

It also seeks to consider the potential of underutilised and rundown places and make them meaningful for the city. Earlier this year, a ReIMAGINE Our Public Spaces Civic Hackathon was hosted. Experts, artists and citizens came up with ideas for liveable and fun public spaces in Borivali and Powai. Some of the ideas are now being implemented in the 72-hour long DIY Urbanism Makathon.