Sometimes we just run on auto-pilot. Male and Female. Two genders. His and Hers. A simple, polarised, view. When gender is implemented this way in websites and apps, it can not only lead to individuals feeling excluded but also cause emotional distress. We talk to Sara Lerén about being inclusive – how we can kick old habits and design for gendered audiences.

(Listening time: 36 minutes)

Episode #118: Inclusive design from a gender perspective with @HeedTheNeed https://t.co/T4m6idgwSw #inclusivedesign #ux #gender

— UX Podcast (@uxpodcast) January 22, 2016

References:

• All inclusive design – excluding no gender Slideshare presenation
• Jessica Ivins slideshare presentation – Designing for gendered audiences
• ‘Ze’ or ‘They’? A Guide to Using Gender-Neutral Pronouns
• Control your Google Ads
• Control what people see about you on Google services
• Screenshot of Facebook gender settings
  
• Featured image by Sara Lerén.

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