Children's play area ..22 Figure 5: Moses Mahbida Stadium, Durban, South Africa image courtesy of mmstadium (2015) – Imbizo Park. Image courtesy of Google Earth (2015) illustrated by author to indicate possible solutions to implement Placemaking..74 Figure 42: Indigo Skate Camp.
BACKGROUND RESEARCH
- INTRODUCTION
- Background Statement
- Motivation / Justification of the Study
- DEFINITION OF THE PROBLEM, AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
- Key Problem
- Key Aim
- Key Objectives
- SETTING OUT THE SCOPE
- Delimitation of Research
- Definition of Terms
- Key Question
- Secondary Questions
- THESIS STRUCTURE
South Africa's rural youth face challenges to their personal and social development due to poverty; a lack of infrastructure development; and economic opportunities. Identifying the challenges that hinder the personal and social development of young people in rural towns in Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa.
RESEARCH METHODS
Research methods
Mhlongo was interviewed to identify new ideas on how to enable young people to become economically active; possible services to be considered in the facility for it. The youth development manager in Ndwedwe municipality Mr. Sipho Gwanandu was interviewed to identify current youth challenges; current youth strategies.
Conclusion
CONCEPTS & THEORIES
- Empowerment
- Place Theory
- Ecological Systems Theory
- Conclusion
A presentation of the background statement, motivation of the study, definition of the problem, aim and objectives is made. The scope of the study is determined by the delineation of the research problem; definition of terms; assumptions made; Goals; Objectives and key.
LITERATURE REVIEW
Introduction
A narrative literature review, useful for identifying gaps and inequities in a body of knowledge, has been used to provide the necessary background, information and context to inform the framework and objectives of this research study. The principles derived from the literature review will be used to inform the appropriate architectural and urban design response to meet the objectives of this research study.
Youth Development
- The context of Youth Development in South Africa
- Current youth challenges in rural towns in South Africa
- Current strategies in Youth Development
90% of urban youth are white, colored or Indian, compared to 47% of African children (Hall, 2014). The level of social development is generally lower in rural areas and access to essential services such as sanitation, water and electricity is severely limited. missing. Effective PYD programs emphasize three key components: i) Life skills development and personal. ii) Positive interactions with peers, adults and community relationships to develop capabilities. iii) Productive, constructive and purposeful involvement of young people in programs that identify and develop their talents.
Sports
- The use of Sports in Youth Development
- Sport and Architecture for Youth Development
The sports sector and the creative sector must meet young people's demands for job creation; promoting a healthier lifestyle; addressing education gaps and skills development (Presidency, 2009). Participation in sport is one of the IOC's founding principles, but globally millions of young people have no access to facilities. Product RED was created as a business strategy by Bobby Shriver and Bono to raise awareness of the fight in Africa against HIV/AIDS.
The accommodation schedule consists of exclusive training facilities which consist of four fields, a gymnasium and a fitness room; a wellness center, an HIV/AIDS testing facility and a club (Rufproject, 2010). The facility is an example of a Sports Plus program as the objectives are to increase participation in soccer while providing secondary benefits in education and HIV awareness from a corporate company practicing social.
The Economic impacts of Sports Facilities
The international emergence of sports tourism has developed into an increasingly important part of South Africa's economy. In 2006, Sports Tourism contributed more than R 6 billion to the South African tourism industry (SRSA 2012, cited SA Tourism 2006). Recreational sports tourism in the form of horse and hiking trails, 4 x 4 routes, horse and hiking trails can be used to exploit the area's natural tourism assets (enterpriseilembe, 2011).
Sports Tourism has been identified as an idea that can be incorporated into the Sports Center to generate income as well as create economic opportunities for the community.
The Social Impact of Sports Facilities
Sports participation creates social capital by creating bonds between members of sports teams who participate together and by creating social networks that extend beyond the participants themselves, such as with parents, sports team supporters, volunteers and support staff (Heidary et al. 2012, cited Putnam 1995). Social capital is lacking because there are few facilities that can provide this social hub. Sport for All aims to be more inclusive and cater to all members of the community.
Reviewing the ideas of these thinkers, sports spaces have been identified as an effective tool for achieving social cohesion by promoting social mobility, social inclusion and social capital.
The Physical Impact of Sports Facilities
Technical: Cost of land; site features; political agendas; economic development plans and economic factors. The location of sports facilities is directly linked to a major market over time or can be established as a SAG to stimulate economic development. Some of the negative impacts of the development of sports facilities on local communities are congestion, waste, traffic, vandalism (Bargachi, et al., 2010).
These writers' ideas indicate that the Sports Center can be a stimulus for future development.
Conclusion
Physical Impact - Identify how the Sports Center has been integrated into its context and stimulated future development. Identify whether the Sports Center was located to stimulate future development and the factors influencing site selection.
PRECEDENT STUDIES
PRECEDENT 1: Olympic Youth Development Centre (OYDC) Zambia
- Project Background
- Justification as a President Study
- Site and Context
- Project Objectives
- Project Description
- Analysis and Presentation of Findings
- Conclusions
Environmental education programs educate young people about environmental health issues through activities such as cleaning up the environment and planting trees. The skills development component of the program, in conjunction with sports participation and life skills training, increases young people's opportunities for employment and financial well-being. The youth and the organization work together to make positive changes in the community by participating in environmental activities such as cleaning and planting trees, thereby improving the quality of the environment and strengthening the community.
Skills development workshops improve the employment and business prospects of youth and the community enabling them to reach a higher social stratum.
PRECEDENT 2: Nike Football Academy, Soweto
- Project Background
- Justification as a Precedent Study
- Site and Context
- Project Objectives
- Project Description
- Analysis and Presentation of Findings
- Conclusions
The Nike Football Academy was a 2010 Legacy Project established to promote the development of football among youth in Soweto, educate youth about HIV/AIDS and provide leadership training. There are three buildings on site: the football academy (1300 m²), the changing rooms (313 m²) and the caretakers with public toilets (150 m²). The climatic and contextual response of the Nike Football Academy is appropriate to the location through the choice of materials, simple construction form and passive solar control design features.
The image above shows possible improvements to the Nike Football Academy based on the criteria from the literature review to improve the social, economic and physical impacts of the facility.
Chapter Conclusions
CASE STUDIES
CASE STUDY 1: Indigo Skate Camp
- Project Background
- Justification as a Case Study
- Site and Context
- Project Objectives
- Project Description
- Analysis and Presentation of Findings
- Conclusions
The community is paid for the services provided to the camp from preparing meals to maintenance. The camp must attract many more visitors to act as a SAG (Greenberg & Hughes, 2011). Social Mobility is achieved among the youth in the program as they become more empowered individuals.
The inclusion of tourism space in the Sports Center could stimulate the local economy and empower the young.
CASE STUDY 2: Lungisa Indlela Village (LIV)
- Project Background
- Justification as a Case Study
- Site and Context
- Project Objectives
- Project Description
- Analysis and Presentation of Findings
- Conclusions
The young people's activities are monitored by the Social Counseling Unit to optimize their development. Sport develops young people socially by teaching them a value system and compliance with the environmental principles of the time. The indoor sports hall, including the hospital and social work unit, responds to the village square with covered verandahs providing a transition from indoor to outdoor spaces.
The indoor sports hall is very permeable because it is open to the Village Square, so that the activities can be observed by a wider audience.
Chapter Conclusions
DATA ANALYSIS & FINDINGS
Data Analysis
Buyiswa (2015), Sindiswancube (2015) support compulsory civic duties where youth can participate in meeting needs in the rural community. Youth and organizations empower communities. Buyiswa (2015) recommends the establishment of youth clubs to take students to outlying areas. The organization is empowered by the participation of young people. Balram (2015) and Van Heerden (2015) recommend involving the community in the project, which gives them a sense of ownership. Community gains power through the process of collaboration.
Gumede (2015), Gwamandu (2015) suggest training the youth to become trainers and program managers. The organization is strengthened through the involvement of young people in supporting roles.
Conclusions
This function will be essential for youth development and should be included in the sports center. The Sports Center should provide facilities and lessons in areas that lack rural schools. These ideas support the notion of including a market space in the public space surrounding the Sports Center.
A conference facility will benefit the municipality by saving it from outsourcing and will complement the sports center as a tourist destination by offering the opportunity to host major events.
CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Introduction
Conclusions
Gwamandu (2015) advises that there are no youth sports and leisure facilities in Ndwedwe. In order to achieve this, in addition to sports facilities, it is necessary to include various activities that the community needs. Shared common facilities, learning and training spaces should be connected to sports facilities through a network of pedestrian paths to promote social cohesion.
The principles discussed in place theory and place creation must be incorporated into the design.
Conceptual Framework and Design Approach
- Architectural Response
- Criteria for Site Selection
- Criteria for Urban Design Response
Retail and commercial spaces should be integrated into the design and incorporated into the public space to increase exposure and accessibility. Accessibility: The site will need to be accessible to the youth and rural district communities, most of whom travel by public transport or walk. It is necessary to determine a location that will allow all these concerns around the Sports Center.
To fulfill the goals of this research study, the Sports Center should be able to stimulate the future development of infrastructure and rural economy.
Books
Interviews
Websites
Available at: http://www.e-architect.co.uk/south-africa/football-training-centre-soweto [Accessed 18 May 2015]. Available at: http://www.healthyplaces.org.au/userfiles/file/Social%20Inclusion%20June09.pdf [Accessed 14 July 2015]. Available at: http://www.olympic.org/Documents/Commissions PDFfiles/sports-for-hope-brochure.pdf [Accessed 14 May 2015].
Available at: http://www.olympic.org/olympism-in-action/documents-reports-studies-publications [accessed 4 May 2015].
Sample interview Schedule
What are the current challenges for the youth in Ndwedwe in terms of their personal development. However, what are the essential services that the youth need to develop themselves are lacking in Ndwedwe. 13. What type of activities can the youth and management of the sports center do to lift the local community.
14. What type of roles can the young people take on to support the Sports Centre.
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