Monday, July 10, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. MDT
Location: Centennial F

How a society builds its infrastructure can signal what and who it finds valuable, how it envisions its future, and its ability to invest in that vision. Many U.S. communities and the federal government are now committed to building robust infrastructure that not only protects people, but also that avoids and corrects systemic injustices. This session will explore the social roots of vulnerability in the built environment and what can be done to create more just infrastructure. Panelists will describe ways to help marginalized communities find the resources to invest and plan, how to holistically evaluate structural recovery after disaster, and the importance of incorporating equity in building code adoption. The discussion will also focus on how the language we use to speak about these issues can play a role in creating change.