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Kuni Kamizaki is an Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia's School of Community and Regional Planning. His research adopts a multi-scalar approach to urban transformation in global cities, with a focus on issues of displacement, housing inequality, and community-led alternatives in the context of social and racial justice. One strand of his research examines the decline of Tokyo during Japan's 'post-growth' period, specifically investigating the planning responses to unprecedented population decline and aging, as well as the effects of monetary easing on neighborhood revitalization and crisis care. Another strand focuses on the potential of community land trusts (CLTs) and social solidarity economy initiatives to challenge displacement and pursue housing justice. He collaborates with organizations such as the Parkdale Neighbourhood Land Trust in Toronto and the Downtown Eastside Community Land Trust in Vancouver.
Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.