News and Events

We are thrilled to invite you to an exceptional webinar hosted by the Institute for Human Centered Design. Join us for "Nature, Design, and Health: Explorations of a Landscape Architect," a compelling presentation by the esteemed David Kamp, FASLA.
David Kamp, founding principal of Dirtworks…

The Justice Department obtains a $3.8 million award against the owner of Steps to Solutions for sexual harassment violations, offering insight into the severity of housing-related misconduct and the consequences faced by perpetrators.
This landmark verdict sends a powerful message, emphasizing…

Today, May 16, 2024, marks the 13th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (#GAAD).
GAAD encourages everyone to talk, think, and learn about digital access and inclusion for people with disabilities. Its mission is to integrate accessibility into technology and digital product development as a core…

We are thrilled to announce that we will be exhibiting at AAM's 2024 Annual Meeting & Museum Expo. As advocates for Inclusive Design, IHCD is dedicated to creating accessible environments that empower and engage all individuals.
Visit us at Booth No. 4607 to meet some of our team and discuss…

This event commemorates a half-century of groundbreaking advocacy with the Boston Community for Independent Living's (BCIL) 50th Anniversary celebration.
Since its inception, BCIL has spearheaded efforts for equal access to healthcare, affordable housing, transportation, employment, education, and…

Our February webcast, "Designing Inclusively, Educating Globally with Architects" featuring visionary architects Chris Downey (U.S.A.) and Deepak K.C. (Nepal) is now available on YouTube.
Gain insights from Chris's transformative journey as "the Blind Architect" and Deepak's diplomatic initiatives…

A UN Convention on the rights of older people is essential to safeguarding the well-being and dignity of societies as we age.
The initiative offers a comprehensive framework to address challenges like healthcare, social protection, and elder abuse while fostering inclusivity. Efforts towards this…

We are using the opportunity of Boston Design Week and our Open House to introduce our expanded educational plan to build awareness and capacity. Our kickoff event is live and we have a giant map of the world featuring the people and stories that we are eager to share. But each presentation will be…

The Institute for Human Centered Design (IHCD) is thrilled to extend a warm invitation to our Boston Design Week Inclusive Design Open House, coinciding with SoWA First Friday. We will use the opportunity to kick off IHCD Learning, our expanded educational commitment, "Designing Inclusively,…

MBTA Announces Improved Bus Stop Signage Pilot as Part of Phase 1 of Bus Network Redesign
Today the MBTA announced a pilot that began yesterday, April 8, and will continue through May 3, 2024, to redesign bus stop signs in an effort to improve their accessibility and findability. The MBTA will…