An Initial Analysis on the Young Marx’s Theory of Human Nature and Slum Space
Keywords:
Space maximization, slum settlements, urban areas, Young Marx’s Theory of Human Nature, Young MarxAbstract
This study seeks to address the absence in global literature of researches that utilize the initial thoughts of the Young Marx, specifically his Theory of Human Nature, in explaining slum space maximization techniques. This research employed descriptive-qualitative interviews with purposively-sampled families in an informal settlement area in Manila. By exploring the congruence of the Theory of Human Nature of the Young Marx with the actual slum space maximization strategies of families in a real slum area, the study gave initial empirical evidence to the theory. In line with the Duterte Administration’s thrust for infrastructure establishment, socialized housing with good materials must be built in relocation areas in CALABARZON. But this must go hand in hand with livelihood assistance and jobs creation in the resettlement areas so that the informal dwellers will not be inclined to return to their old slum spaces in the overpopulated, space-deprived city. A holistic and humanistic approach to planning resettlement or relocation areas is needed.
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