A window into inclusive design

Join us for an exploration of how the most impactful design solutions emerge when you centre real people in the project.

This session takes you behind the scenes of Good Design Awards recognised projects to reveal how inclusive design practices are reshaping industries and communities.

We will offer a rare window into the methodologies, challenges, and breakthroughs that define truly inclusive design. Whether you're a designer, strategist, policy writer, program designer or changemaker, you'll leave with actionable insights for putting human-centred approaches at the heart of your work.

SPEAKERS

Tess Whelan, Project Advisor, Our Watch
Lena Molnar, Research and Evaluation Lead, Women with Disabilities Victoria
Dr Ben Shelton PhD, Student Systems and Business Enablement, University of Newcastle
Cordelia Prangley, User Experience Specialist, University of Newcastle
Facilitated by Athalia Foo, Content Strategist and Designer at Today

What we'll cover:

Our speakers will share compelling case studies demonstrating how lived experience transforms not just outcomes, but entire approaches to problem-solving.

Explore the critical process of challenging assumptions about audiences and their needs.
Learn practical strategies for moving from "what we think people want" to "what people actually need".
Project names will be announced Tuesday 14 October

Perfect for design professionals, social innovators, and anyone interested in creating solutions that genuinely serve the communities they're designed for.