“Building equity into urban life requires long-term vision and a strategic - often radical - approach to the design process, and we do not seek quick-fix design solutions, but rather seek to offer insights and create moments that contribute towards a larger movement for change.”

Meet Gene, Head of Design at Monash University, and founding member of XYX Lab – a team of experienced design researchers exploring gender-sensitive design practices and theory - operating at the intersection of gender, identity, urban space and advocacy. With over twenty years’ experience as a communication designer and educator, Gene has played a central role in XYX Lab, combining his knowledge of gender spatial practices and communications design to mitigate gender inequality in Australia’s urban environments. 

As a key speaker at Design Thinking 2020, Gene will share insights into how his team are deploying solutions through non-linear processes to identify real-life challenges, as well as how they are merging design thinking with policy, by working effectively with all stakeholders.

Reserve your seat now to hear the full session at Design Thinking 2020! 

Design Thinking 2020 brings together UX, Human-Centred, & Design Professionals for 3 comprehensive days of interactive workshops, 16+ case studies from 25+ speakers, networking and discussion opportunities on driving innovation through design thinking.