Beyond Inclusion: Rethinking what truly accountable, inclusive design looks like

Whose knowledge is centred in design? Whose voices are heard, and whose are overlooked?
Join us for an interactive workshop that goes beyond surface-level inclusion to critically explore power, culture, and equity in design practice.

What’s the event about?
We want to create a space where we can talk honestly and practically about what it means to go beyond inclusive design — to question who design is for, how it’s done, and how we might do it differently.
It’s not a lecture, nor is it about having the “right” answers. It’s about exploring the topic together in a way that’s open, hands-on… and a bit of fun too.
This event will include an interactive activity designed to provoke thought and discussion about what it means to design beyond inclusivity, creating space for deeper shared reflection.

Who’s it for?
This is for anyone working in or around design — whether you’re in services, research, strategy, policy, or community roles.
You might:
•⁠ ⁠Be curious about the term “decolonising” but not sure where to start
•⁠ ⁠Feel a bit disconnected from this kind of conversation
•⁠ ⁠Be looking for a more grounded, less academic way in
•⁠ ⁠Just want to meet others thinking about design and equity in new ways

What can you expect?
•⁠ ⁠A hands-on group activity inviting you to explore an unfamiliar world, challenge assumptions, and think differently about power, culture, and design
•⁠ ⁠Facilitated group reflection and conversation on how we talk about — and act on — the idea of decolonising design in our work
•⁠ ⁠Informal conversations and networking at the pub to follow
What you’ll take away
•⁠ ⁠A practical framework you can adapt or reuse in your own work
•⁠ ⁠A more grounded sense of what “decolonising design” can mean in everyday practice
•⁠ ⁠A chance to connect with others exploring similar questions

Whether you're completely new to decolonising design or already working with these frameworks, you'll find space to reflect, learn, and connect with others navigating similar questions.

About the Ticket

The ticket cost is to hold your place and ensure commitment from attendees. All participants who attend the event will be offered the option to request a full refund of their ticket price. This approach helps us plan effectively while remaining accessible to those with financial constraints.

Come ready to participate, question, and imagine design differently.