Thinking with co-creation: meaningful engagement and regeneration in deeper adaptation to climate change

Korsbrekke Mari Hanssen (), Gram-Hanssen Irmelin (), Beitnes Synnøve (), Holm Tara (), Meyer-Habighorst Christiane (), Dudzińska-Jarmolińska Agnieszka (), Łatała Katarzyna () and Jasińska Katarzyna ()
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Korsbrekke Mari Hanssen: Western Norway Research Institute, Sogndal, Norway
Gram-Hanssen Irmelin: Western Norway Research Institute, Sogndal, Norway
Beitnes Synnøve: Western Norway Research Institute, Sogndal, Norway
Holm Tara: Western Norway Research Institute, Sogndal, Norway
Meyer-Habighorst Christiane: Department of Geography, University of Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland
Dudzińska-Jarmolińska Agnieszka: Department of Urban Geography and Spatial Planning, Faculty of Geography and Regional Studies, University of Warsaw, Warsaw Poland
Łatała Katarzyna: Institute of Polish Culture, University of Warsaw and Institute of European Ethnology, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich
Jasińska Katarzyna: Institute of Civil Engineering, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Warsaw, Poland

Miscellanea Geographica. Regional Studies on Development, 2025, vol. 29, issue 2, 61-67

Abstract: Whether we regard the 1.5 °C target as feasible, climate change adaptation can bring the most favourable outcomes when supported by strategies that increase democratic participation while embracing diverse perspectives and worldviews that highlight the potential for societal change. Rooted in values of equity, justice, mutual aid, creativity and compassion, flexible co-creation approaches show promise in accommodating more caring conversations and actions. In this article, we share insights on factors shaping engagement quality in co-creative adaptation across different cultural contexts. We identify common characteristics that support high levels of engagement, deeper care and meaningful participation over time. These include 1) ‘arts of noticing’, 2) strengthening community networks and 3) cultural and social-ecological reproduction and restoration. These modes of engagement can provide nuance in the conversation on care and deep adaptation with ways to meaningfully navigate the social-ecological crisis on an increasingly damaged planet.

Keywords: Co-creativity; deep(er) adaptation; revitalization; building resilience; cities; neighbourhoods (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.2478/mgrsd-2025-0007

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