Swedish communication theorist born in Liberia. Working with design, education and writing to support human rights in tech. Decades of digital experience and a deep concern for universal wellbeing.
Still image from my talk.At UX Copenhagen 2020 [https://uxcopenhagen.com/] I delivered my new talk “First, design no harm”. It’s an emotional talk that starts off with my own experiences at boarding school, understanding the complexity of abusive relationships and going on to explain how learnings from...
For anyone not used to working from home I understand it may feel odd, with quite a number of technical tools to get used to. Of course there are many people who don’t even have this option, but if you can and want to approach a way of work...
The Ethical Design HandbookI’ve just finished reading The Ethical Design Handbook [https://ethicaldesignhandbook.com/] and am both brimming with new ideas and am more hopeful about the future. The authors bring new tools to the table, and also do a good job of reminding designers how many of our...
Here are the most clear-cut reasons I deleted my Facebook account. These Facebook practices triggered ethical considerations that helped decide on a path forward that would bring me, personally, more well-being. 1. Systematically using methods to encourage addictive behavior . 2. Allowing verbal abuse and sexual harassment on its platform under...
“Compassion is not a relationship between the healer and the wounded. It's a relationship between equals.” — Pema Chödrön Voice your intents I'm about to start up my 3-week course in ethics for UX designers at a vocational school, Nackademin, here in Stockholm. This year I'...
Organizers have a lot on their mind, and so do people who struggle to feel welcome and cope with obstacles at events. As attendees and speakers we have the power to support and unburden others.
“Whatever you focus your attention on will become more important to you even if it's unimportant.” — Sonya Parker Turn left where you usually turn right Where you are right now, look up and straight ahead. Take note of what you see. Now turn 45 degrees to the left...
“I have learned that as long as I hold fast to my beliefs and values, and follow my own moral compass, then the only expectations I need to live up to are my own.” — Michelle Obama Cherish your secrets Do you have a secret that you've told no-one?...
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