Community gardens:An investment in social cohesion, public health, economic sustainability, and the urban environment

《Community gardens:An investment in social cohesion, public health, economic sustainability, and the urban environment》

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关键字: Community gardens;Urban greenspace;Municipal land-use;Local government policy

作者单位: West Chester University, Department of Political Science, USA;West Chester University, Department of Political Science, USA

摘要: This study utilizes survey and interview data collected in 2018 and 2019 in the United States to examine a range of social, health, economic, and environmental benefits community gardens yield, as well as the political factors that enable and impede the success of community gardens. The results indicate there are a multitude of individual-level benefits that accrue to garden participants, as well as community-level benefits. The findings also suggest municipal governments can best aid gardens by providing long-term secure land access, affordable water access, administrative support, and plot fee structures that are inclusive to people of all socio-economic backgrounds.