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DESIGNING FOR INCLUSIVITY:

Shaping a Fair Future Through UX

Join us for a dynamic evening of creativity and collaboration! We’ll kick things off with engaging presentations from experts in inclusive design, then dive into fun group activities where you’ll tackle local challenges using these principles. Come ready to learn, share, and explore how design can drive positive change in our community. Don’t miss this chance to innovate and connect—see you there!

Attendees will leave equipped with practical insights and actionable steps to broaden the scope of their research and design methodologies, making them more equitable and representative of the world we live in. Join Lori and Ceci in redefining the boundaries of inclusivity in research and design, making it a cornerstone of your practice.

AGENDA

5:30-6:00 pm | Check-in, grab food/beverage and networking

6:00-6:10 pm | Introduction – Role of UX professionals in equity issues

6:10-7:00 pm | Presentations – Lori Baker: Inclusive Research, Ceci Wang: Inclusive Design

7:00-7:10 pm | Q&A session

7:10-8:30 pm | Small group activity and panel discussion

OUR SPEAKERS

Cecilia Wang

Ceci is an Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota specializing in user experience design, visual communication design and healthcare design. With a Ph.D. in Design from Jiangnan University, her research focuses on creating equitable, user-centered solutions, making her a leading voice in advancing inclusive design practices.

Lori Baker

Lori is an expert in inclusive research methodologies, bringing valuable insights on how to conduct user research that encompasses diverse perspectives and experiences. Her presentation will focus on strategies for ensuring research practices are equitable and representative.