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Designing for Equity: Reimagining Food Systems with Lucy Flores

👉 Get started with my free 5-Day Email course for changemakers: https://www.changemakersroadmap.com/OR Design Training: https://www.thisishcd.com/trainingIn this episode of This is HCD, Gerry Scullion sits down with Lucy Flores, a seasoned design strategist with a passion for advancing equity in the food system. Together, they explore the complex web of how we grow, distribute, and experience food, diving into the inequities present at every level—from production to consumption. Lucy shares her journey into design and food justice, her innovative approaches to co-designing equitable solutions, and inspiring examples of local and regional food systems driving positive change. This conversation sheds light on the power of design to create meaningful social impact, all with a good dose of humour along the way. Join us as we rethink food systems through a human-centered lens!Watch this episode and subscribe on our YouTubehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lucyrossflores/The Human Centered Design Network We've just launched our free 5-Day Email course for changemakers. Subscribe https://www.thisishcd.com/ https://www.thisishcd.com/training https://www.thisishcd.com/community

Defining Human-Centered Design

👉 Get started with my free 5-Day Email course for changemakers: https://www.changemakersroadmap.com/OR Design Training: https://www.thisishcd.com/trainingIn this episode of Defining Human-Centered Design, Gerry Scullion shares an exciting update on the community-driven project to define what Human-Centered Design truly means.Discover how practitioners from around the world are shaping this initiative and learn how you can get involved by sharing your perspective. Head to www.humancentereddesignis.com to sign up for free and be part of this important conversation before 28th January 2025 to get involved.Let’s shape the future of Human-Centered Design – together.

Exploring Identity Through Design with Lesley-Ann Noel

👉 Get started with my free 5-Day Email course for changemakers: https://www.changemakersroadmap.com/OR Design Training: https://www.thisishcd.com/trainingEpisode DescriptionIn this engaging conversation, Gerry Scullion speaks with Lesley Anne, a designer and author from Trinidad, about her journey from her Caribbean roots to becoming a global citizen and leader in decolonial design. They explore themes of identity, the impact of post-colonialism on design practices, and the evolution of design education at OCAD University. Lesley shares her insights on the importance of equity in design and the need for critical awareness in addressing colonial legacies within the field.Takeaways Lesley identifies as an equity-focused designer. Her upbringing in Trinidad shaped her strong sense of identity. Living in various countries has given her a complex view of identity. Designers often overlook the importance of identity in research. People can hold multiple identities simultaneously. Post-colonialism influences service delivery in Trinidad. There is a need to humanize data in design research. Lesley struggled with the ethics of design for development. OCAD has a mandate for decolonizing the curriculum. Critical awareness is essential in design education. Watch this episode and subscribe to our Youtube channelConnect with LesleyLesley Ann Noel, PhD - North Carolina State University | LinkedInLesley-Ann Noel | OCAD UniversityLesley-Ann Noel (@lesleyannnoel) • Instagram photos and videos

Designing for Trust in Public Health with Victor Udoewa

In this conversation, Victor Udoewa shares his journey as a service designer at the CDC, discussing the importance of human-centered design in public health, the challenges of data interoperability, and the need to build trust within communities. He emphasizes the significance of equity in health initiatives and reflects on the historical context that affects trust in public health systems. Victor also explores the role of visualization in making data accessible and actionable, and he shares insights from his personal journey into service design. In this conversation, Victor Udoewa discusses his unique cultural identity as a Nigerian American and how it shapes his perspective as a changemaker. He explores the concept of third culture kids and the advantages of having a multicultural background. The discussion transitions into participatory design, emphasizing the importance of trust and community engagement in design processes. Victor shares insights from his experiences in various projects, highlighting the significance of relationship building and asset-based methodologies in fostering trust and collaboration within communities.Watch this episode and subscribe on our YouTubeConnect with Victorhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/udoewa/The Human Centered Design Links We've just launched our free 5-Day Email course for changemakers. Subscribe https://www.thisishcd.com/ https://www.thisishcd.com/train-your-team https://www.thisishcd.com/community

Designing Resilience in Humanitarian Aid with Jocelyn Wyatt

In this episode, Gerry Scullion speaks with Jocelyn Wyatt, CEO of Alight and former CEO of IDEO.org, about designing resilience in humanitarian aid. They explore Jocelyn’s journey, insights into navigating complex political landscapes, and how co-creation and innovation are transforming the humanitarian sector. From tackling climate displacement to supporting communities in crisis, this episode delves into how design can empower displaced populations and redefine humanitarian impact.Subscribe on YouTubePodcast Links https://www.wearealight.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jocelynwyatt/ The Human Centered Design Links https://www.thisishcd.com/ https://www.thisishcd.com/train-your-team https://www.thisishcd.com/community