Join WeAreWaterloo and Build Studios for the fifth ‘Making Space for Women’ event, an evening of thoughtful conversation and local insight into how inclusive play can help shape healthier, safer cities for all.

Play in urban environments isn’t just for children.

Increasingly recognised as both a democratic right and a tool for reclaiming public space, play has the power to support wellbeing, build community, and empower underrepresented voices to take part in the shaping of their cities.

Yet despite its many benefits, play remains largely overlooked in mainstream urban planning.

This event is here to challenge the traditional assumptions about where play belongs and make the case for people-first design that centres imagination, equity, and wellbeing in the everyday fabric of our neighbourhoods.

Join the conversation and gain insight from:
– Lou Abbotts, Neighbourhood Regeneration Manager, Lambeth Council: on the More Ball Games initiative and Lambeth’s Child Friendly Borough strategy
– Marina Milosev, Founding Partner, Beyond the Red Line: on gender equity and participatory public space design

At a time of growing concern around adolescent mental health, social isolation, and the safety of women and girls in public spaces, this event explores how inclusive design can help bridge the gap between people and the places they live, work, and belong.

Reserve your FREE ticket HERE.

Date: Thursday 17th July

Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm

Location: Broadway Malyan, Holmes House, 4 Pear Place, SE1 8BT

About Making Space for Women
Co-founded by WeAreWaterloo BID and Build Studios, Making Space for Women is a networking and event series spotlighting women in the built environment. Rooted in Waterloo, it’s a space for new voices, bold ideas, and real change.