33 min.

63 🧵Threads of Inclusion | Wanjiku Angela Afrika Design: Creative Tour of Africa

    • Ontwerp

In this episode, we sit down with Wanjiku, the visionary behind Hisi Studio, a groundbreaking lifestyle and fashion brand. Hisi Studio is dedicated to exploring inclusive design and revolutionizing fashion by considering the unique needs of visually impaired consumers. Wanjiku shares her journey, delving into the successes, setbacks, and invaluable lessons learned along the way.

She sheds light on the sensory experiences of persons with disabilities, offering insights into their perceptions of color and daily life. Moreover, Wanjiku imparts essential knowledge on fostering inclusivity in interactions with persons with disabilities, providing a guide to understanding and embracing diverse perspectives.

This is the 33st episode under the ‘Shifting Narratives’ program supported by the British Council SSA Arts.

*For the best experience, please use a headset/earphones.

Instagram: hisi_studio

LinkedIn: Wanjiku Angela

Music by: Ngalah Oreyo (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ngalah_oreyo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Mercy Barno (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@merc.b_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)

For the full episode transcript:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.afrika.design/wanjiku-angela


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In this episode, we sit down with Wanjiku, the visionary behind Hisi Studio, a groundbreaking lifestyle and fashion brand. Hisi Studio is dedicated to exploring inclusive design and revolutionizing fashion by considering the unique needs of visually impaired consumers. Wanjiku shares her journey, delving into the successes, setbacks, and invaluable lessons learned along the way.

She sheds light on the sensory experiences of persons with disabilities, offering insights into their perceptions of color and daily life. Moreover, Wanjiku imparts essential knowledge on fostering inclusivity in interactions with persons with disabilities, providing a guide to understanding and embracing diverse perspectives.

This is the 33st episode under the ‘Shifting Narratives’ program supported by the British Council SSA Arts.

*For the best experience, please use a headset/earphones.

Instagram: hisi_studio

LinkedIn: Wanjiku Angela

Music by: Ngalah Oreyo (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ngalah_oreyo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Mercy Barno (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@merc.b_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)

For the full episode transcript:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.afrika.design/wanjiku-angela


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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/afrikadesign/message

33 min.