Participatory mapping emerged from a need for more inclusive methods of collecting spatial
data with the intention of democratizing the decision-making process. It encompasses a …

Spatial decision support systems (SDSS) represent a step forward in efforts to account for
the spatial dimension in environmental decision-making. The aim of SDSS is to help …

The lack of progress in reducing health disparities suggests that new approaches are
needed if we are to achieve meaningful, equitable, and lasting reductions. Current scientific …

It is increasingly common for participatory data to be collected from the public via a PPGIS, in
order to gain a greater understanding both of the world around us, and people's experience …

Over the last three decades, PPGIS practices have shifted from a paper to digital format and
have become cheaper, more user-friendly, and more versatile. The literature recognizes the …

Participatory Mapping encompasses a broad spectrum of methods, each with advantages
and limitations that can influence the degree to which the target audience is able to …

Background The availability of healthy foods in a neighborhood remains a key determinant
of diet and diet-related disease in disadvantaged communities. Innovative solutions to the …

It is fundamental to monitor, evaluate and report the state of the environment at global and
local levels, to better implement sustainable development principles and practices. The …

Stakeholder participation in decisions related to forest planning is essential to get long-
lasting and viable solutions. Nowadays, public participation is necessary to reach …

The use of local knowledge adds value to the decision‐making process, for which public
participatory GIS (PPGIS) are widely deployed. However, there are often issues in the way …