Voices of Unheard: Designing Belonging

In this special episode of ‘Designing Cities for All’, we delve deeper into the living experiences of first-generation non-Western Dutch residents affected by three dimensions: public spaces, healthcare and mental well-being. Our surrounding environment such as public spaces and their design greatly affect our sense of belonging. While the Dutch healthcare system includes intersectionality to a good extent, when it comes to the concept of cultural intersectionality, there is so much room for improvement.

According to research, as an example, POC suffer from numerous institutional barriers when accessing healthcare (Williams & Rucker, 2000). In this discussion, panel participants will shed some light on their lived experiences to help us understand their perspectives on growing up here in The Netherlands and give us new ideas on how to design for a more inclusive city. Join us in this vulnerable yet powerful discussion, followed by a spoken word performance for everyone struggling with their sense of belonging in The Netherlands.

Full program and speakers, check the Pakhuis de Zwijger website