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Jessica Ryan-Ndegwa has become a successful designer and curator, despite suffering from Cerebral Palsy – designing both regular household products and beautiful products for disabled people through her Design for Disability project. Seeing her disability as a positive rather than a negative, she’s also become an energetic advocate for inclusivity in the design world. In this talk, she discusses how we should focus on the human aspect of the design process as well as the product itself. Expect to learn:

• The ins and outs of designing for people with disabilities
• How empathy and inclusivity can lead to better design
• How all brands can have a more human-centred design process

About Jessica Ryan-Ndegwa

Designer and disability advocate Jessica Ryan-Ndegwa was born and raised in London with Cerebral Palsy, which affects her balance and short-term memory. After graduating from Kingston University with a BA in Product and Furniture Design, her mission has always been to champion a more inclusive society. Her work includes writing, designing, and curating with companies such as the Tate Exchange, the Institute of Contemporary Arts and The Design Museum, while becoming an energetic campaigner for disability inclusion. She has always embraced her differences positively, and refused to be seen as a victim for her disability.