Calçada Legal - Building Accessible and Respectful Sidewalks

Explore how architect and urban planner Ruth Borgmann turned personal adversity into a catalyst for positive urban change in this 16-minute TEDxJaraguadoSul talk. Discover Borgmann's journey of transforming pain into motivation, leading to her active involvement in creating a more accessible and developed city. Learn about her extensive participation in councils, associations, working groups, master plans, and public works, as well as her research on parks and squares in the United States. Gain insights into the importance of recognizing, participating, and exposing urban issues to build better communities. This independently organized TEDx event showcases Borgmann's vision for creating nice and respectful sidewalks, emphasizing the impact of thoughtful urban planning on city functionality and inclusivity.

Calçada Legal, a nice and respectful sidewalk | Ruth Borgmann | TEDxJaraguadoSul