Promoting EDI in and through the design and evaluation of interactive technologies for pediatric rehabilitation
An Inspiring Workshop on Promoting EDI in Pediatric Rehabilitation
Discover how interactive technologies can drive equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in pediatric rehabilitation with Dr. Elaine Biddiss, a leading expert in the field. Dr. Biddiss is a senior scientist and Associate Chief of Faculty and IDEAA Advancement at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital with appointments at the University of Toronto as an Associate Professor with the Institute of Biomedical Engineering and a Full Member of the Rehabilitation Sciences Institute. Dr. Biddiss is committed to promoting accessible and inclusive design in mainstream children’s media by sharing her lab’s innovations broadly, disseminating learnings and guidelines, and through education. She is a co-founder, director, and Chief Scientific Officer of Pearl Interactives Inc., a start-up created to mobilize her team’s research innovations for maximum positive impact.
What to Expect:
- Insights into the role of technology in promoting equitable access to personalized healthcare
- Exploration of low-cost games and apps designed to enhance therapy, play, and learning
- Strategies for integrating inclusive design principles into mainstream children's media
Secure your spot today and be part of the movement toward more inclusive and accessible pediatric rehabilitation!