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  • Geographic Information Science
  • Community development

Background:

  • Participatory spatial tools, including community mapping and Participatory GIS (PGIS), are increasingly adopted by researchers and NGOs.
  • These tools aim to articulate stakeholder claims and community perspectives for more inclusive landscape governance.
  • Existing applications are situated within broader discussions of integrated landscape approaches and inclusive development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the role of participatory spatial tools in integrated landscape approaches and inclusive development.
  • To identify the necessity for a new research agenda concerning the application of these tools.
  • To highlight key areas for future research: expanding tool scope, enhancing process inclusivity, and technological innovation.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and conceptual analysis.
  • Situating participatory spatial tools within existing academic debates.
  • Identifying gaps and opportunities for future research agendas.

Main Results:

  • The use of participatory spatial tools is not novel but their effective application for inclusive governance requires strategic development.
  • Current applications highlight the potential for these tools to inform landscape governance.
  • A significant research gap exists in optimizing the inclusivity and technological advancement of these tools.

Conclusions:

  • Participatory spatial tools are valuable for inclusive landscape governance.
  • A dedicated research agenda is crucial for maximizing the impact of these tools.
  • Future efforts should focus on broadening application, refining participatory processes, and advancing associated technologies.