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Where is Rosario located? |
Argentina, South America on the banks of the River Parana |
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Give five reasons why it is important |
3rd most populous city in Argentina Not world/mega/capital city Population of 1 million Railways Airports River transport (Rv. Parana is one of the busiest waterways in the world) Argentinian flag designed here Che Guevara (socialistl Meat packing/milling industries |
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Give three challenges Rosario is facing |
High migration Unemployment Crime Social inequality Housing |
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Why is high migration a challenge? |
1600s - Spain 1800s - Santa Fe, Argentina 1900s - Italy Migration brings food and architecture, but also conflict (Mafia?) High migration = high birth rate = increasing youthful population |
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Why is social inequality a challenge? |
Slums make up 10%of city space (100,000 people) and is densely populated |
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Why is unemployment a challenge? |
2000 - chemical and steel plants shut down Increase in crime and gang activity (drugs/rape) Slums (villas meserias) High poverty Gated communities Mafia rumours Police infiltration |
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What is the Rosario Habitat Program? |
Reduces inequality Founded in 2000 Helped 5000+ people New roads/infrastructure (drains, sewage) Toilets in houses Buying land instead of renting Education program (drugs, rape) Work experience for 16 - 25 year olds Women self defence workshops Made 150+ jobs Trained 1000+ people in business Achieved financial stability |
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What is the Green City and Urban Forestry? |
800+ community gardens 40,000+ community gardeners Most workers are female Crops planted on flood plains (reduced import cost and CO2 emissions) Trees planted amongst buildings Other cities are copying the scheme |
