Graduate Program Assistant, Maryland Institute College of Art
Alice Weston is a social designer and educator. Her work and practice combine her past nonprofit professional experience, design education, and belief in community-led innovation. Her design practice puts community first, considers the critical history of each project, and prioritizes environmentally sustainable and social justice solutions. Alice’s teaching practice centers on social literacy and collaboration while illustrating the value of design as a tool for creative social impact and advancing equity.
Co-Design: Community Centered Research & Engagement
What if we looked beyond the numbers and prioritized the lived experiences of individuals and communities in our research? This interactive workshop will explore how community-centered research and engagement can lead to more impactful and sustainable solutions.
Using a case study of co-designing solutions for greater food access, this session will showcase how researchers worked alongside community members to gain a deeper understanding of their needs and perspectives. Through fun and engaging techniques, attendees will learn how to incorporate a community-centered approach into their projects.
The audience will learn. . .
