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Don Norman Design Award Unveils 2024 Laureates

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– Award Recipients to be Recognized at DNDA Summit in San Diego, November 14-15, 2024

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Don Norman Design Award (DNDA), a non-profit organization that promotes the practice and education of humanity-centered design (HCD+), today announced the DNDA 2024 Laureates.

Don Norman Design Award Recognizes Humanity-Centered Design Laureates for Projects and Education

DNDA was inspired by Don Norman, design pioneer, educator and champion of humanity-centered design. Norman’s legacy spans more than 50 years of academic teaching and corporate leadership. He is the author of 21 books, including “The Design of Everyday Things” and “Design for a Better World: Meaningful, Sustainable, Humanity Centered.”

“The Laureates are doing world-inspiring work, addressing many of today’s issues, one step at a time,” said Don Norman. “I thank the applicants, international judges and DNDA staff who’ve made these awards possible.”

“We are extremely pleased with the caliber of projects submitted and global interest in our inaugural year,” said Anil Kripalani, CEO of Don Norman Design Award. “We received more than 130 submissions from organizations in 26 countries. We look forward to recognizing the DNDA Laureates in person at our upcoming summit.”

The awards celebrate projects that address at least one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, follow the spirit of humanity-centered design and provide evidence of potential for meaningful outcomes. Education awards recognize programs that have demonstrated successful training in humanity-centered design and are cultivating a new generation of leaders poised to positively impact the global community. Excellence and Promising awardees will receive an iconic trophy and a monetary prize. View the full list of DNDA 2024 Laureates at https://dnda.design/2024/en/page/awardees

Award recipients will be honored at the DNDA 2024 Summit, November 14-15, 2024 in San Diego, CA. For more information, visit https://dnda.design.

Specific Laureate Highlights:

Excellence

“Palliative Care in a Tribal Settlement: Developing a Community-Centered Model” by Karuna Evam Shanti Vahini Foundation, Mumbai, India“Sociability and Food: Collaborative Construction Community Kitchens in Brazilian Favelas” by Gota do Oceano, São Paulo, Brazil“Self Learning with Human Warmth” by ZEITGEIST Program, Tijuana, Mexico

Promising

“Using Technology to Empower Persons with Disabilities” by Inclusive Tech Group in Accra, Ghana“Codesigning Local Soil-to-Soil Food Economies” by Soil Trust, Hong Kong

Shortlist

Design Beyond Sight: Tangible Interactions for People with Visual Impairments Informed by Generative Research, National Center for Assistive Health Technology, IIT, New Delhi, IndiaTroia – Creation Lab, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Education

Arizona State University, Industrial Design, Tempe, AZUniversidad de San Andrés, Bachelors in Design, Buenos Aires, ArgentinaGlobal Innovation Design MA/MSc, a joint program between the Royal College of Art and Imperial College, London, EnglandCalifornia College of the Arts, Masters in Interaction Design, San Francisco, CAAlbert and Tina Small Center for Collaborative Design at Tulane University, School of Architecture, New Orleans, LAThe Design Village: A Multidisciplinary Design College, Noida, IndiaUser Experience Centre of Singapore Polytechnic’s Industry & Partnership, SingaporeStanford Data Ocean: Enable Underserved Communities to Achieve Improved Health Through Accessible Digital Biomedical Education, Palo Alto, CA

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Christine Trimble
ctrimble@dnda.design 

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Compete for $150K Prizes: Join Spatial Joy 2024 The Global AR Application Development Championship

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HANGZHOU, China, Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Spatial Joy 2024 The Global AR Application Development Championship is now open for registration! Organized by Rokid, a global leader in human-computer interaction through augmented reality, this championship invites AR developers globally to harness voice, gesture, and visual AI technologies to create groundbreaking AR experiences. Powered by the self-developed YodaOS-Master operating system, Rokid AR glasses deliver exceptional spatial computing performance.

What is Spatial Joy 2024 about?
In September 2022, Rokid kicked off its first AR Application Development Championship. The second championship, held last year in collaboration with Unity and Agora, quickly established itself as the largest AR application development event in China. As Rokid celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, we are excited to present “Spatial Joy,” our newly branded global championship, open to developers worldwide for the first time, and positioned as the flagship event in the AR industry.

Why join Spatial Joy 2024?

Compete for a $150,000 prize poolFree access to Rokid AR Lite or Rokid AR studioDiscounted rates on purchasing Rokid productsFree participationTechnical support from Unity and AgoraInternational exposure within the AR industryOpportunity to attend the award ceremony in China

Who can participant?
The championship is open to global AR developers of all levels, including students, independent developers, teams, and professionals across sectors such as healthcare, retail, education, gaming, entertainment, lifestyle, and more.

How to register?
Detailed registration guidelines and requirements are available online at [https://t.rokid.com/iwvwcxkn]. Developers can register and submit their projects through Rokid official website at [www.global.rokid.com].

Spatial Joy 2024 Timeline:

Registration Deadline: October 16, 2024Final Project Submission Deadline: November 15, 2024Finalists Announcement: December 27, 2024Award Ceremony: January 11, 2025

About Organizer
Rokid has expanded its global presence, making notable progress in key markets across North America, Europe, and Asia, including a successful campaign on Kickstarter. With a decade of expertise, Rokid has revolutionized AR technology, transforming how users interact with both digital and physical environments.

Join us in shaping the future of AR with Rokid – enter Spatial Joy 2024 The Global AR Application Development Championship Now!

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Summit of Whose Future? Girls Have the Answers: Leaders Must Listen

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Young Women Activists Launch “What Girls Want,” Demand World Leaders Put Girls at the Center of Summit of the Future 

NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today in New York, more than 50 young women from around the world – including Nobel Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai – gathered to take government to task for failing to prioritize girls and young women in the upcoming Summit of the Future. The group is backed by acoalition of girl-centered non-profit organizations, institutions, and funds who synthesized the demands of girls at www.whatgirlswant.com.

At a demonstration near the UN, alongside life-size cutouts of world leaders dressed ironically as “girl experts”, the activists delivered a strong message: world leaders aren’t the experts on what girls want for their futures – girls are. 

Eylül Erçin, 19, from Türkiye, shared: “The time has passed for girls and young women to be treated as mere afterthoughts. Leaders must include us in the foundational design of these processes, ensuring that our priorities are integrated into shaping the future we will inherit. Anything less is unacceptable.”

Today’s event is about more than calling out a process failure. Girls i from around the world delivered a forward-looking call to action this week. They expect governments, institutions, and community leaders to step up and help shape a more equitable future.

Alongside fellow activists, Malala said: “Even at 27, I know better than to assume I understand best what girls want. Everywhere I go, girls are eager to share their vision for their futures. As adults, it is our job to listen, fund their work and follow their lead. It is not too late for world leaders to do right by girls. They can start by prioritizing their demands in tomorrow’s final Summit deliberations and by investing resources to match their words.”

The evidence is clear: investing in girls and delivering on their rights transforms economies, societies, and the environment, advancing the SDGs and building a future that girls deserve.

About What Girls Want 

This effort was produced by a collaboration of girl-centered organizations, institutions, funders, and allies. The campaign is anchored around work to collate insights, data, and stories from 20+ public consultations with girls and young women over the past decade, driven by a shared desire to center girls’ demands in spaces where they are being ignored. 

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whatgirlswantpress@gmail.com

nate.powers@edelman.com

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48-Hour Saudi Visa Processing, Major Discounts and Unmissable Giveaways – Only at ‘Spectacular Saudi’ in Mumbai

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NEW DELHI, Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Saudi’s national tourism brand, ‘Saudi Welcome to Arabia’ is hosting its first-ever immersive consumer event ‘Spectacular Saudi’, from September 25 to October 2,  from 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. at R2 Ground in BKC, Mumbai.

Slated to transport visitors straight to the Heart of Arabia; the 8-day immersive experience will give visitors a glimpse into Saudi’s many wonders and iconic experiences – all while extending the warm Saudi welcome. To give consumers a truly memorable experience Saudi is offering exclusive giveaways and discounts specially curated for Indian travellers.

What’s more, Indian travellers can fast-track their Saudi visas exclusively at the event. All you need is a valid Visa or Mastercard credit card! Head on over to one of eight dedicated Tasheer kiosks, ensure the name on the credit card matches the passport, and have sufficient funds available on the card. After that, sit back and relax as your visa will be in hand within 48 hours!

It has never been easier to visit Saudi. With the most seamless visa process offered to date, the excitement doesn’t end there. On the travel front, SAUDIA Airlines is offering special deals, including a buy one get 50% off on the second ticket if travelling business class. Additionally, all economy class tickets will be 15% off. Attendees will also have the chance to participate in daily giveaways for free flight tickets for two to Saudi. With over 50+ travel trade offers, visitors can access incredible cashback and discounts on Saudi travel packages. Additionally, those booking Saudi packages will enjoy complimentary cultural city tours. Group tour packages to Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam will be available exclusively at the event, starting at INR 99,999 for 5 nights.

Visitors can expect unique immersive experiences–including exhibits, culinary delights, Ardah dancers, Saudi coffee, traditional scents, and fashion–all under one roof. So don’t miss out and register here to experience a piece of Saudi, right in the heart of Mumbai.

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