SoulPolis - Uplift Institute

About SoulPolis - Uplift Institute

Our Vision

Our vision is to foster equitable access to sustainable resources, economic opportunities, and healthy environments, ensuring that every resident contributes to and benefits from a just, net-zero future.

Our Mission

Our mission is to build sustainable, inclusive, and resilient urban communities through community-led planning, innovative green technologies, and a commitment to social and environmental justice.

Values

Sustainability and Decarbonization:

We are committed to building carbon-neutral communities through innovative technologies, green infrastructure, and energy-efficient designs.

Equity and Inclusivity:

We believe in creating urban spaces where everyone has equal access to opportunities, resources, and decision-making.

Community Empowerment and Innovation:

SoulPolis values the power of community-driven planning and collaboration. We embrace cultural diversity and creativity, encouraging residents to actively shape their neighborhoods and drive innovative solutions for the challenges of tomorrow. Empowered communities are the foundation of resilient, sustainable cities.

what we do

Community Empowerment Training

The Community Empowerment Training program at SoulPolis, in partnership with EduReCon, equips residents, activists, and community leaders with practical skills in agenda building, policy development, and project management for grassroots activism.

Disruptive Design & Placemaking

At SoulPolis, we are reimagining urban spaces through Disruptive Design, Neighborhood Greening, Placemaking, and Building Decarbonization. By challenging traditional design norms, we create inclusive, carbon-neutral communities that integrate green technologies, renewable energy, and sustainable materials. Our Neighborhood Greening efforts transform urban landscapes with parks, urban farms, and green infrastructure that improve air quality and promote biodiversity. Through Placemaking, we empower communities to co-create vibrant spaces that reflect their cultural identity and foster social connections. Central to our vision is Building Decarbonization, where we eliminate carbon emissions from new and existing structures, ensuring energy efficiency and aligning with our mission of creating sustainable, resilient cities that benefit everyone.

Research and Innovation

Focus on advancing urban sustainability, environmental justice, and social equity. Through our Urban Sustainability Research Hub, we conduct and share impactful research, offering reports, whitepapers, and findings that shape the future of sustainable cities. We aspire to achieve LEED Neighborhood Development certification, aligning our communities with global sustainability and livability standards. Additionally, we are developing a Green Economy by fostering industries like renewable energy, eco-tourism, and urban farming, which contribute to both local and global economic resilience.

SoulPolis Sustainable Community Planning