Building the Inclusive City

Focusing on the evolution of disability within urban planning in Dubai, this anthropological study offers a unique non-Western perspective on contemporary history. It emphasizes the importance of situating disability research within specific cultural contexts, highlighting access and inclusion as vital to both local and global planning. The author advocates for a 21st-century planning education that incorporates a disability lens, bridging theory and practice to enhance inclusive city planning. Central themes of equity and justice are explored as essential for shaping future cities.