The Agora des Falaises – a space for life and exchange

Imagine a versatile space in the heart of the Falaises neighborhood where anything is possible: from philosophy workshops to neighborhood get-togethers, from cultural activities to festive events. The Agora des Falaises, with its adaptable furnishings and welcoming atmosphere, aims to strengthen ties between residents and neighborhood users through social, cultural, and recreational gatherings. Support this project to create a vibrant and unifying space that fosters community life!

Our goal is to expand our small neighborhood association so we can better meet the community’s needs. To do this, we plan to purchase suitable furniture and create welcoming spaces that will facilitate the organization of more events and gatherings. These resources will enable our association to grow and offer residents and neighborhood visitors a welcoming space conducive to interaction and community projects. This project will also benefit other local stakeholders, such as residents of neighboring buildings, the university community using the medical library, the APEMS, the CVE, local merchants, and residents of assisted living apartments. By bringing together existing initiatives, this space will add a sense of community and celebration, strengthening the neighborhood’s vibrancy.

The Agora des Falaises will provide a space to organize a variety of social, cultural, and festive activities, while adapting to the community’s expectations. The project features adjustable furniture for various uses and a layout designed to foster a sense of community, interaction, and belonging. Objectives Strengthen social ties Encourage diverse uses Support inclusion and accessibility Promote a vibrant neighborhood Beneficiaries Neighborhood residents Associations from surrounding neighborhoods Local business owners Visitors and users Apems and CVE Implementation Step 1: Co-design with residents (completed) Organization of participatory sessions to identify priority needs and incorporate residents’ ideas into the design. Step 2: Space Development Installation of outdoor furniture, site preparation, and creation of specific areas. Step 3: Launch of Activities Establishment of a calendar of events and workshops to inaugurate the space. Step 4: Community Management The association’s committee, with the active participation of its members and neighborhood residents, coordinates the use and maintenance of the space in close collaboration with the property owners.

Avenue de la Sallaz 1–15, Falaises, CHUV, Sallaz, Vallon