Health and wellbeing in cities - Cultural contributions from urban form in the Global South context

Urban public spaces, both natural and built, contribute to the liveability of urban spaces. Evidence shows that spaces can improve physical psychological wellbeing through providing cultural ecosystem services (CES), but there is a lack evidence from Low Middle Income Countries (LMIC). Recognising pressures are under in rapidly changing cities Global South, it critical research done strengthen argument maintain availability accessibility these assets. This particularly case secondary where redevelop high due growing populations, whilst governance planning systems typically prioritise growth. paper presents participatory geographic information system survey findings for two contrasting LMIC (Nakuru, Kenya, Udon Thani, Thailand). We explore interlinkages between CES, residents’ wellbeing. Our show built areas very different ecosystems important promoting Key factors enabled or prevented use were convenience: proximity, affordability, usability. The results also highlight effects inequitable distribution inviting realm across consider impacts on spatial justice. These need promote considerations ensure their future liveability.