EP 3: Urban Planner for People, Not for Profit

🌟📹 In this final video, we conclude our journey by reflecting on how the insights from "Cities for People, Not for Profit" and advanced planning theories have profoundly influenced our perspectives as young urban planners. Join us as we share personal takeaways, transformative moments, and newfound aspirations for creating more inclusive and sustainable cities. See how these discussions have shaped our thinking and inspired our future planning endeavors. Don't miss this heartfelt wrap-up to an enlightening series!

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