Designing Peace Talk

How does design impact gendered experience? Or rather, how does gendered experience impact design? Historically, design has neglected the needs of women, girls, transgender people, and gender minorities. In recent years, designers have worked to change gender-biased systems in their practice. Join us for a conversation with architects and urban designers as they consider the role that design plays in creating safe and inclusive spaces for all genders.

This panel is being held in conjunction with Cooper Hewitt’s Designing Peace exhibition. In context of their work, panelists will discuss the obligation that architects and designers have in protecting the public’s health, welfare, and safety. Lori Brown will speak on safe access to abortion clinics. Seb Choe will discuss the equitable design of public restrooms. Chelina Odbert will share about gender-inclusive urban planning. Cooper Hewitt curator Cynthia E. Smith will moderate the discussion and audience Q&A.

Admission
$18 Adult; $10 Museum Member, $12 Student, Educator, Senior, Visitors with Disabilities; Free Virtual Tickets

Learn more at https://www.cooperhewitt.org/channel/designing-peace/.