As a global voice supporting the value and benefits of parks and open space, World Urban Parks Association recognizes the important role urban parks play in children’s quality of life worldwide.
Access to active self-directed play in nature is fundamental to healthy childhood development.
World Urban Parks represent agencies that provide and manage environments for play and experience of nature.
Its members have an important role to serve in advocating for improved opportunities for play outside in nature for children, young people, adults and families. It has reminded members they have a responsibility to:
The United Nations Article 31 and recent General Comment recognise the constraints to play for children and young people worldwide.
There are many identified constraints and societal issues that potentially affect how children worldwide play.
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