Universal Design 101

This is a virtual online session. Login details will be provided closer to the session date.

This session will provide all staff with key resources, tips and techniques to support the embedding of universal design principles in all aspects of their work. Participants will be introduced to the concepts and principles of universal design, provided with guidance on what spaces, built and not, universal design has been applied, and given advice on what aspects of university administration and services can be designed using this concept. Participants will leave this session with practical strategies for applying universal design to their own roles.

Learning outcomes

1. Describe the key principles of universal design
2. Identify features of spaces wherein universal design has been applied
3. Apply universal design techniques to your own roles

Session format

• The session will be presentation based with opportunities for participants to ask questions and engage in the topic.
• Participants will be asked to provide answers to some questions using Zoom polls and third-party platforms like Menti.
• Participants are invited to engage in ways that work for them. Chat participation is welcome, however we ask that this be restricted to specific Q&A sections of the presentation, to avoid distraction. Any questions you might wish to be addressed can be sent to Ben Poynton (ben.poynton@utoronto.ca), ahead of the session.

Accessibility notes

• Platform access information: This session will be delivered using Zoom. Zoom Accessibility FAQs.
• Breaks: one 10-minute break will be provided at the one-hour point.
• Presentation: an accessible PowerPoint presentation will be used for the introductory portion of the session. This will be emailed to participants ahead of time.
• Questions: If you have any accessibility questions or are looking for further information on how we might support your participation, please contact Ben on ben.poynton@utoronto.ca, and he will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

Registration

Register for the event on the official event page.