Date & Time
March 13, 2025, noon - March 13, 2025, 2 p.m.
Organizer
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Join us for an impactful, multi-session workshop that addresses the critical intersection of culture and technology. We'll explore how integrating human-centric principles into every stage of tech development can reshape the future of the industry-making technology more inclusive, accessible, and empathetic to the diverse world we live in.
Through interactive sessions and collaborative group work, you'll gain actionable insights on how to incorporate inclusive practices into tech product design, from apps to AI systems. Whether you're an engineer, designer, product manager, or tech leader, this event offers a valuable opportunity to learn, share, and collaborate on creating more equitable and inclusive technology.
Session Highlights
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The Ethical Challenges of AI in Hiring and Workforce Automation
As artificial intelligence (AI) increasingly shapes hiring and workforce automation, organizations must navigate significant ethical challenges. This session will explore the risks of bias in AI-driven hiring and recommendation systems, particularly those used in talent acquisition platforms. Drawing from real-world experiences, the talk will provide insights into how AI models can inadvertently reinforce existing biases, leading to unfair hiring practices and reduced workforce diversity.
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Designing the Most Evil Game Ever: A Masterclass in AI Bias & How to Fix It!
Attendees will explore how bias can infiltrate the product development workflow at critical stages, potentially harming users and the product. They will learn practical strategies to identify and mitigate these biases effectively through a fun and creative activity.
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Putting the "Human" in Human-Centric: Why Accessibility Matters
By the end of this workshop, attendees will be able to explain how accessibility is closely tied to human-centric design, describe the impact of inaccessibility on equity and independence, identify real-world examples of accessibility in action, and effectively tell a compelling story about the importance of accessibility.
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A Broken Finger and Understanding the Lived Experience of Disability
This workshop will emphasize that firsthand experience with disability is crucial for understanding and prioritizing digital accessibility. Attendees will gain insights into how seemingly small design flaws can create significant barriers for people with disabilities, why theoretical knowledge of accessibility isn't enough, and actionable steps for designers and developers to improve accessibility—such as seeking lived experience, practicing with assistive technology, and fostering inclusive collaboration.
