DESIG*ness Summer Schools begin: discover what’s happening in Milan from September 2nd!
We are excited to announce the start of the Design*NESS Summer School Program 2024 on September 2nd in Milan. This program kicks off a unique educational experience where students from top art academies will learn about the importance of inclusivity and diversity in design. Over the next few months, they will participate in workshops and classes that combine practical and innovative approaches to inclusive design.
Students from Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti NABA in Italy, the Art Academy of Latvia in Riga, and Vilnius Academy of Arts in Lithuania are the main participants in this program. They will explore design fields such as public space, architecture, interior design, and digital design, with a strong focus on accessibility and disability inclusion. The first workshop, "Play with me", will be an inclusive exploration of social design and performative practices, shared by hearing and deaf participants (both native signers and oralists). Guided by experts from the DESIG*ness Teacher Training program, these students will enhance their design skills and help promote a more inclusive future in the industry.
There it is the program, along with the story of the first stage of this adventure, which takes place in Milan at Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti, NABA on September 2nd.
- Focus on inclusivity and non-verbal communication: Workshops exploring social design and performative practices, involving both hearing and deaf participants, to foster non-verbal communication and inclusivity.
- Collaborative learning and creation: Students will work together on projects to create relational objects that promote interaction and connection between people of different abilities.
- Hands-on experience: Practical sessions will allow students to develop prototypes and test their designs in real-world settings, enhancing their skills in inclusive design.
- Final presentation: The week will culminate in a presentation of the students' work, open to the public, showcasing the innovative objects and performative actions developed during the program.
Are you curious to find out what will happen during the different stages? Stay tuned, as we'll keep you updated with the latest news and video highlights from the events in our partners' social media channels!
