Tech together - How to co-create tech solutions with marginalised groups
TIME
11:00 – 12:45
TRACKS
TRACK 3: Living Labs for Inclusive Soci(et)al Engagement;
TRACK 5: Living Labs Operations, Methods, Tools, and Impact;
ORGANISER
City of Amsterdam, Machteld Combé
DESCRIPTION
The workshop Tech Together is about actively engaging participants with different co-creation methods. These are human-centred design methods that put marginalised communities at the centre of their own challenge. Immerse yourself in the world of your target group and learn how to use co-creation methods to achieve real involvement. Create solutions that truly meet their needs and improve their position in society.
These methods have been collected during the European Horizon “CommuniCity” programme pilots, where technological solutions to social challenges were developed, and have been incorporated into a co-creation toolbox available on the ENoLL website.
Agenda
Using a real case study, you will discuss and explore what it means to be in a marginalised position and practise different co-creation methods.
This workshop includes:
- Perspectives on co-creation (20 min)
Find out essential ingredients of a co-creation process, explore effective methods for engaging marginalised communities in design processes and select an ideation method to be applied in the second part of the workshop.
- Applying co-creation methods (50 min)
Engage in role-playing simulations, experience different perspectives and learn to empathise with the position of marginalised groups. Get a grip on addressing and breaking power dynamics when co-creating with marginalised groups. Engage in the chosen ideation method to generate solutions for a real life case study.
- Taking time for reflection (20 min)
Reflect on what you have learned. Try to imagine how you can apply it in your work and what it can mean for the target group you are working with.
SPEAKER BIOS
Machteld Combé
Project Manager at the Department of Innovation at the City of Amsterdam
Machteld Combé
Project Manager at the Department of Innovation at the City of AmsterdamMachteld Combé is an experienced Project Manager at the Department of Innovation at the City of Amsterdam. She is known for her social innovation skills, currently working at the Innovation Department of the Municipality of Amsterdam on the Horizon Europe project CommuniCity. With a passion for community building and an ability to think outside the box, she bridges the worlds of people and systems. Throughout her career, Machteld has played a key role in developing policy frameworks that promote community rights and social inclusion through participation and co-creation. Her commitment to community building and empowerment has helped to kick-start resident initiatives that have brought real change to Amsterdam's diverse communities. Above all, Machteld is a passionate and interested person committed to positively impacting the world around her.
Neeltje Pavicic
Project Manager at the department of Innovation at City of Amsterdam
Neeltje Pavicic
Project Manager at the department of Innovation at City of AmsterdamNeeltje Pavicic studied media, philosophy, and sociology. Her career included working as IT consultant and as editor-in-chief of the Dutch public documentary channel NPO Doc and directing a nationally aired documentary on ‘iPad schools’. Currently, she is working at the Municipality of Amsterdam as a Project Manager at the department of Innovation. Her main focus is the EU-project CommuniCity, on fostering development of tech solutions for marginalized groups in cities across Europe.
Sara Neves
Coordinator of the Studies and Planning Department Domus Social, E.M., City of Porto
Sara Neves
Coordinator of the Studies and Planning Department Domus Social, E.M., City of PortoSara Neves holds degrees in Architecture and in Urban Policies and Territorial Planning, with postgraduate studies in Housing Policy Instruments and in Project Management. She currently coordinates the Studies and Planning Department at Domus Social, E.M. - the municipal company dedicated to managing Public Social Housing in the city of Porto. Previously, she has worked on design and construction projects across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Her work included facilitating participatory social-spatial surveys, collaborative planning processes, and guided self-construction, with a focus on promoting socio-territorial justice and preserving diversity and micro-cultures. Additionally, Sara engages in cultural and educational activities that advocate architecture, construction, and territorial planning as topics of common interest that should be discussed and participated in by everyone.