Developing a policy farmework to promote the presence of women in Tabriz's urban spaces with the approach of a desirable Islamic city

Abstract

Cities are socio-spatial systems that have various dimensions in the natural, social, economic, political, and institutional fields. Urban spaces are a reflection of the political management of space in various micro and macro spheres. Also, urban spaces, as the main physical area of ​​the city, must meet the social needs of citizens and provide the necessary platforms for accessing and providing the services needed by consumers. The purpose of this article is to develop a policy framework to promote the presence of women in urban spaces in Tabriz. This research is of an applied type and the general research method is descriptive-analytical. For this purpose, data collection was based on both documentary and library studies and a field survey was conducted in the form of interviews. Based on the results, policymakers should pay more attention to the specific needs of women. Creating safe spaces, appropriately designing public spaces, and promoting public culture regarding women's rights can help increase their presence in urban spaces. The active presence of women in urban spaces not only helps improve their quality of life, but also leads to sustainable urban development. The present study shows that the ideal Islamic city for women is one in which "security" as a right, "justice" as a dignified distribution of resources, and "participation" as a religious and civic duty are realized simultaneously. Failure to pay attention to any of these three pillars will seriously hinder the presence of women in public spaces in Tabriz. Therefore, it is necessary to develop effective policies for planning and designing public spaces according to the needs and desires of women, which can also be effective in achieving a smart city.