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Sp 4. HuskyADAPT: on toy adaptation, universal design, and importance of student-led organizations

Sp 4. HuskyADAPT: on toy adaptation, universal design, and importance of student-led organizations

Update: 2024-08-30
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HuskyADAPT is a student organization at the University of Washington that supports accessible design and inclusive play technology. It started as a toy adaptation club and grew into a larger organization that focuses on universal design and includes design teams that work on projects that address specific needs of individuals with disabilities with the goal to create usable and workable solutions. The organization also hosts toy adaptation events with partners like Microsoft and Google. The adapted toys are donated to individuals and organizations in the community. The main aim of HuskyADAPT to make play accessible for all children and promote inclusive design.




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