Designing Inclusive Communities

Young individuals passionate about social change.
Open to secondary schools, youthreaches and community groups.
* Thanks to our funders our Free February offer has been extended until the end of April 2025. Schools not currently participating in YSI programmes can book YSI Sparks workshops for free. We will do our best to accommodate your request, however Sparks are booked on a first come first served basis.
Designing Inclusive Communities
Unlock the Power of Inclusive Design
Step into the world of social innovation and design thinking with our interactive workshop focused on creating inclusive urban and community spaces. Targeted at young people from diverse educational backgrounds, this engaging session offers hands-on problem-solving, stimulating case studies, and collaborative activities to inspire creativity and empathy in urban design. Empower young minds to harness the power of design thinking and social innovation to tackle issues of inclusivity in urban and community planning.
Participants will:
- Understand Social Innovation Basics: Grasp the core principles of social innovation and user-centered design
- Identify Issues: Pinpoint and articulate key issues related to inclusivity and accessibility in urban environments.
- Analyze Case Studies: Learn from successful strategies in inclusive design through real-world examples.
- Build Empathy: Understand and empathize with the needs of marginalized or excluded community members.
- Work on Creative Solutions: Collaborate to brainstorm, ideate, and prototype innovative solutions for inclusivity challenges.
Secure your spot in this transformative workshop and be a part of a movement towards more inclusive cities and communities. Register here and start your journey as a social innovator!