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Anales de Investigación en Arquitectura
Print version ISSN 2301-1505On-line version ISSN 2301-1513
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CAPRA-RIBEIRO, Fabio. Breaking the Spatial Justice Emergency Cycle: The Role of Foresight Planning. An. Investig. Arquit. [online]. 2024, vol.14, n.1, e201. Epub June 01, 2024. ISSN 2301-1505. https://doi.org/10.18861/ania.2024.14.1.3784.
This paper examines the critical need to integrate prospective planning into territorial development processes for achieving spatial justice and sustainable urban futures. It highlights the limitations of a reactive approach to urban governance, particularly prevalent in Latin America, where weak institutions and unstable political systems often hinder long-term perspectives. The research emphasizes the importance of strategic foresight as a complementary tool to traditional planning practices. Territorial foresight facilitates the exploration of complex future scenarios, fostering collaborative learning and a shared vision among stakeholders. The study proposes a shift towards a proactive, foresight-driven approach that can help break the vicious cycle of addressing only immediate crises. By embracing prospective studies, urban planners and policymakers can gain insights into potential future trajectories, enabling them to anticipate challenges, adapt strategies, and make informed decisions aligned with long-term goals. This paper draws on discourse analysis to examine the work of Latin American institutions and scholars engaged in foresight studies. Ultimately, the paper advocates for a paradigm shift in urban governance, prioritizing long-term strategic vision. This is essential for overcoming the fragmentation of urban planning, addressing systemic inequalities, and laying the groundwork for more just, resilient, and sustainable urban territories.
Keywords : Latin America; Territorial Foresight; Future Studies; Urban Governance; Prospective Planning.