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Designing Beyond the Binary to Foster Belonging

Delivered March 19, 2024
Presented by Melissa Falkenstien, University of California-Irvine | Elizabeth MacPherson Hearn, Mithun | K Kaczmarek, Mithun | Jennifer Nelson Martinez, University of California-Irvine

Today's students are coming to school with diverse gender identities. Designing facilities with gender equity in mind helps to support marginalized communities and future proof the campus. This session will present case studies and inclusive best practices for 'designing beyond the binary' to foster belonging in campus housing, restrooms, and gathering spaces. You'll discover strategies to foster belonging and wellbeing for a spectrum of gender identities through programming and operations as well as learn about design tools and tips to create belonging in spatial environments.

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Discuss how to develop programs and services to foster belonging and wellbeing for LGBTQ+ students.
  2. Gain and use language to advocate for truly safe, inclusive spaces for students.
  3. Apply concepts of belonging and best practice approaches to future housing projects on your campus.
  4. Advocate for the inclusion of LGBTQ+ students through design strategies for renovating existing spaces.

Presenters:

Melissa Falkenstien, Senior Director, Facilities Operations and Capital Projects, Student Housing, University of California-Irvine
Elizabeth MacPherson Hearn, Partner, Mithun
K Kaczmarek, Associate Interior Designer, Mithun
Jennifer Nelson Martinez, Senior Director, Graduate and Family Housing, Student Housing, University of California-Irvine

Delivered 03/19/2024.

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