‘Be connected like a net’ - It is a net woven by participants for the Rural Roaming Room. We hope the Ynys Môn local residents can become more connected through the antifragility map.

Shaping Ynys Môn’s Future Together: Your Opinions Matters to Us

A photo of the person.
A photo of the person.
Multiple authors
30/09/2024

This summer on Ynys Môn, our community has come to life with a series of vibrant activities. From the lively Lle Llais events to engaging sessions in schools, and collaborations with innovative companies like Play: Disrupt, we’ve seen firsthand how powerful it can be when our community comes together. These events weren’t just about fun; they were designed to give children, young people, and their families a chance to actively engage with Public Map Platform (PMP). While their participation is crucial, the success of this project ultimately depends on your voice.

I’m Dr Kewei Chen, and together with Dr Ronita Bardhan, we’re leading the impact research for PMP. A few months ago, I moved from Sheffield to Llangefni to gain a deeper understanding of Ynys Môn and to contribute more effectively to this project. As I’ve settled in, I’ve come to appreciate both the similarities and differences between life in England and Wales, particularly the unique qualities of Ynys Môn. My work on this project is fuelled by a deep passion for community engagement and a strong focus on addressing the social, cultural, and environmental challenges we face here on Ynys Môn. But this project isn’t just about my involvement – it’s about yours.

We’re calling on adults across Wales, particularly those on Ynys Môn, to share their views on critical issues like climate change, the importance of the Welsh language, and how we can better represent the voices of children and young people in shaping our communities’ future. Your insights will be instrumental in helping us create a platform that not only addresses practical needs but also reflects the values that will benefit future generations.

Our impact research is structured in two stages: a broad societal survey and an in-depth "antifragility map".

Before I go on, I want to provide a little explanation on what I mean by antifragility. It’s of course, not a word you hear every day, but it’s an idea that’s never been more relevant to a world facing multiple crises.

An antifragile system is one that gets stronger when exposed to stress - almost like an immune system. Taking the idea of an immune system beyond an animal or human body, what does the immune system of a community look like? What are the things that stress it out? How does it react? What does it do to become stronger for the next time it’s faced with adversity? These are the things we aim to understand and build upon with our antifragile map.

Back to my plan!

The first stage aims to gather public attitudes on key issues such as the environment, Welsh language preservation and development, and the future of our children and young people. This feedback will help us understand communities’ priorities and concerns. In the second stage, we’ll invite interested participants to become involved in the antifragility map. This map is designed to identify potential changemakers on Ynys Môn, connect them with others and empower them with the resources needed to act in fragile moments, such as during disasters.

This project is a collective effort. Your experiences, insights, and opinions are critical to shaping a platform that will serve and benefit all of us, now and in the future.

What Will You Gain from Taking Part?

  • Shape the project: Your feedback will directly influence the development of a platform that supports community well-being, addresses environmental challenges, and empowers future generations.
  • Amplify youth voices: Ensure that children and young people are meaningfully included in decisions affecting their future.
  • Promote Welsh language: Share your views on how we can integrate and celebrate the Welsh language within the project.
  • Further opportunities: Choose to participate in follow-up activities, such as interviews or a relational network mapping workshop, if you’re interested in contributing more deeply.
  • Quick and impactful: Our survey takes less than 10 minutes, but your input will have a lasting impact.

How to get involved

To participate, simply click the link below to complete the survey. Your input will help us address the challenges facing Wales today and create a brighter future for our children and communities.

Please remember to tick the consent box at the beginning of the survey if you agree to participate. Rest assured, your responses will remain anonymous and confidential.

Take the Survey

Thank you for your time and invaluable input! Together, we can create a more sustainable and inclusive future. Feel free to share this survey with your family and friends.

Working towards a future that prioritises the wellbeing of people and planet.
Public Map Platform is being led by Cambridge, Cardiff and Wrexham Universities and is part of the Future Observatory - the Design Museum’s national research programme for the green transition. The project is funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council.