You are welcome in this world
This talk includes personal stories involving disability, themes of exclusion and systemic inaccessibility, mention of racism, mention of death, and emotionally reflective content. Please feel free to take breaks or step out as needed.
Designing for inclusion isn’t about ticking boxes, avoiding lawsuits, or expanding markets—it’s about people. True inclusion starts with the individuals we meet and the stories we choose to share.
My journey into digital accessibility has been deeply personal—shaped by my Dad, who was blind, navigating a world that too often overlooks people like him.
As the designers and builders of today’s digital society, we have the power—and responsibility—to make everyone feel welcome. This talk explores how storytelling and small, intentional design decisions can spark more inclusive experiences, both at work and in the world around us.
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Larene is the engineering lead for Accessibility at Canva—whose mission is to empower everyone to design. Larene has been a software engineer and accessibility specialist for over 10 years, but her digital accessibility journey unknowingly began when she was much younger, when her Dad started to lose his vision and hearing.