As cities become more data-driven, planners and allied professionals face urgent questions about the ethical use of technology in shaping urban life. This two-hour webinar introduces the emerging concept of data justice—the fair, accountable, and equitable use of data in planning, design, and infrastructure decision-making. Participants will explore how tools like artificial intelligence (AI), geospatial systems (GIS), and urban sensors are transforming city planning and operations—while also exposing communities to new risks related to surveillance, algorithmic bias, and unequal access. Through real-world case studies and policy frameworks, attendees will critically assess how digital tools can either reinforce systemic inequities or advance inclusive, democratic planning processes. The course will equip practitioners with guiding principles for transparency, accountability, and equity in data collection and analysis, and offer actionable strategies to align smart city innovation with the public interest.
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