Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging by Maham Batool

Belonging

brimcdonnell1 — 2025-04-02 16:56:56 UTC

Being vulnerable and putting oneself out there can be challenging for those of us who have gone through trauma. This video conveys the importance of belonging and how there is a place for everyone.

Link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEF2kncRRw4&t=2s

Why design should include everyone

mahambatool123 — 2025-04-07 17:53:33 UTC

In this video, Sinéad Burke, an advocate for inclusive design, shares her experiences as a little person navigating a world not built for her stature. She highlights the challenges posed by everyday environments and emphasises the importance of designing spaces that accommodate everyone, regardless of physical differences. Burke calls for a shift towards inclusive design practices that consider diverse needs from the outset, promoting accessibility and equity in all aspects of life.

Link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RD_SLJG7oi8

Growing up black in Ireland

mahambatool123 — 2025-04-07 17:55:25 UTC

In the Irish Times article “‘Where are you really from?’: Growing up black in Ireland,” Tamilore Awonusi discusses the pervasive racism faced by Black individuals in Ireland, including micro-aggressions and systemic discrimination. He emphasises the need for open discussions about race and proactive measures to combat racism in Irish society.

Link:

https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/health-family/where-are-you-really-from-growing-up-black-in-ireland-1.4286509

Racism in Ireland

mahambatool123 — 2025-04-07 18:11:14 UTC

This video shows a young Black Irish gymnast being overlooked during a medal ceremony, sparking global criticism. Gymnastics Ireland issued an apology, acknowledging the incident and committing to implementing anti-racism training and policy reforms to promote inclusivity within the sport.

Link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFn7-YzFtto

What it's like to be Black in Ireland

mahambatool123 — 2025-04-07 18:17:24 UTC

In the University Observer article "What is it to be Black in Ireland in 2023?", Deborah Obarisiagbon shares her experiences as a young Black woman in Ireland, discussing identity struggles, cultural sacrifices, and societal challenges. She highlights the need for greater understanding and inclusivity in modern Irish society.

Link:

https://universityobserver.ie/what-is-it-to-be-black-in-ireland-in-2023/

Barriers in the environment

mahambatool123 — 2025-04-07 18:34:18 UTC

In this BBC video, a deaf teenager shares experiences of navigating barriers in his school environment highlighting the challenges faced when accommodations are not prioritized, and emphasising the need for inclusive design in educational settings.

Link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3D6Kn800SIk

References:

mahambatool123 — 2025-04-14 16:19:23 UTC

All Connected: A Place for Belonging (2024). The Need for Belonging. [online] YouTube. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEF2kncRRw4.
TED (2017). Why design should include everyone | Sinéad Burke. YouTube. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RD_SLJG7oi8.
BBC (2024). When accessibility isn’t prioritised, this can be the reality of being deaf at school 💔 - BBC. [online] YouTube. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3D6Kn800SIk.
CBS Evening News (2023). Gymnastics Ireland apologizes after young Black gymnast passed over during medal ceremony. [online] Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFn7-YzFtto.
Awonusi, T. (2020). ‘Where are you really from?’: Growing up black in Ireland. [online] The Irish Times. Available at: https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/health-family/where-are-you-really-from-growing-up-black-in-ireland-1.4286509.
Oct 18 2023, D.O. | (2023). What is it to be Black in Ireland in 2023? [online] University Observer. Available at: https://universityobserver.ie/what-is-it-to-be-black-in-ireland-in-2023/.