Systems of Harm
Design systems are the systems of tools, processes and practices that we use to create digital products, like websites and applications. But can design systems play a role in perpetuating systemic harm? Can they do anything to mitigate it?
Displaying all 2 Episode of Systems of Harm with the tag “amy hupe”.
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Design systems and activism with Geri Reid
October 2nd, 2025 | Season 2 | 53 mins 9 secs
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What does effective activism look like when it comes to design systems and inclusion? Why are so many of us missing the mark when making the case for prioritising accessibility, and what can we do about it? I talk to Geri Reid, accessibility specialist, to get her tricks of the trade.
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Design systems and accessibility with Fred Warburton
June 5th, 2023 | 52 mins 11 secs
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How can design systems help us to create more accessible digital products and services, and what are the limits to that? In this episode I talk to design systems manager, accessibility advocate, and good friend of mine, Fred Warburton.
Fred shares his experience with sight loss, and how that motivated him to learn about digital accessibility, and create meaningful change.