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Prepped Motion #1 (Both Divisions)

Hostile architecture should be banned

Definition
Design features meant to discourage certain behaviours, like benches with spikes to stop sleeping, sloped surfaces to prevent skateboarding, or divided seats to stop lying down

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Hostile Architecture on Encyclopædia Britannica
Also known as: anti-homeless architecture, defensive architecture, defensive urban design, exclusionary design.
Why cities are full of uncomfortable benches
In recent years, these competing interests have surfaced conflict over an unlikely interest: purposefully uncomfortable benches. Enter the New York City MTA. They’ve installed 'leaning bars’ to supplement traditional benches & save platform space. But designs like this carry an often invisible cost: they rob citizens of hospitable public space. And the people who experience this cost most directly are those experiencing homelessness.
Understanding Hostile Architecture: The Cause and Effect of Restricting Public Space
What is Hostile Architecture?
Hostility towards Cape Town’s homeless is by design

Prepped Motion #2 (Both Divisions)

Governments should focus on making the internet free instead of funding libraries

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Startling digital divides in distance learning emerge
While mobile phones can enable learners access to information, connect with their teachers and with one another, about 56 million learners live in locations not served by mobile networks, almost half in sub-Saharan Africa.
Is Singapore Crazy About Libraries? | You Won't Believe How Libraries In Singapore Look Today
This video explores the modern libraries of Singapore, showcasing their unique features and how they cater to diverse needs. From digital learning pods to hydroponic gardens and stunning views, the video highlights the evolution of libraries in a digital age and how they continue to serve as valuable community spaces.
The village that built its own wi-fi network - BBC Africa
With data costs in South Africa amongst the highest on the continent, how can poor rural communities be expected to get online and join the fourth industrial revolution?
School libraries | Promote reading and build libraries
The Bookery's Lunga Nqadolo spoke with eNCA's Sally Burdett about the importance of reading and libraries.
Durbanville Library continues to be a beacon
Durbanville Library is in the distinguished company of several other City of Cape Town libraries that have passed the 100-year mark.

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