World Interaction
Design Day 2023: 
Ethics, Equity, +Responsibility.

26 September 2023

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World Interaction Design Day (#IxDD) is IxDA's annual event where we come together as a united global community to show how interaction design improves the human condition. Our aim is to have a positive, long-lasting impact by facilitating activities that support dialogue and outcomes.

About our theme:

This year’s theme encompasses areas such as ethics in design, designing for accessibility, inclusive and responsible design, and anti-capitalist design. It focuses on the need to consider design’s impact on society and to create work that is equitable and responsible, all in service of advancing IxDA’s mission: improving the human condition by advancing the practice of Interaction Design. 

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In 2023, we are building on five years of organizing local meetups around the globe — both in person or online. Join us in bringing our 2023 program to life. 

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Advisory Committee

Birgit Geiberger Boersma
Birgit Geiberger Boersma
Head of Product UX Design
IKEA
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Adrian Somoza
Adrian Somoza
Digital Art Director & Instructor
Bont Academy
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Pato Torello
Pato Torello
Sr. Product Designer
New Bank
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Sonia Manchanda
Sonia Manchanda
Founding Partner
Spread
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Yuichi Inobori
Yuichi Inobori
Managing Director/Strategist
INFOBAHN Inc.
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Frederic Degouzon
Frederic Degouzon
Professor
Nantes School of Design
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Frederic Degouzon
Xiao Yong
Professor
Central Academy of Fine Arts
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Phyu Mon
Phyu Mon
Senior Product Designer
Roam DIgital
Kelo Kubu
Kelo Kubu
Managing Director
Peo Accelerator
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Andre Jay Meissner
Andre Jay Meissner
XDI International 
Adobe
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Lindsay Munro
Lindsay Munro
Social Media Strategist
Adobe
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Brenda Sanderson
Brenda Sanderson
Executive Director
IxDA
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FAQs

What is World Interaction Design Day?
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World Interaction Design Day is a global celebration of interaction design's ability to improve the human condition. This includes presentations, workshops, and design showcases focused on elevating the work of interaction designers, and knowledge sharing. We'll mark the next World Interaction Design Day on 26 September 2023.

Who is this day for?
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World Interaction Design Day is first-and-foremost for interaction designers; events will focus on the practice of creating interactive digital products, environments, and services. If you're not an interaction designer, you're still very welcome to attend an event; developers, academics, students, and designers from other disciplines will certainly find many of our events interesting and empowering.

What is this year's theme?
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Ethics, Equity, and Responsibility. This year’s theme encompasses areas such as ethics in design, designing for accessibility, inclusive and responsible design, and anti-capitalist design. It focuses on the need to consider the design’s impact on society and to create work that is equitable and responsible, all in service of advancing IxDA’s mission: improving the human condition by advancing the practice of Interaction Design.

What did previous IxDD years look like?
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In 2022, World Interaction Design Day celebrated our fifth anniversary. Check the Highlights from our last five years — you'll find videos along with articles and blog posts from our global community.

How do I find events near me?
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Check our event listings or sign up for updates to be notified.

How do I host an event?
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Start planning for 2023! We'll open for event submissions in June. Sign up for updates for more information.

Are there guidelines for what activities should take place at events?
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While there are no specific guidelines, all events should host activities that support and advance awareness of interaction design and its impact on our world.

My organization wants to support World Interaction Design Day. What should I do?
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If you'd like to partner with IxDA to present World Interaction Design Day 2023, please get in touch. Your contribution will go to funding local events.  

I have more questions. Who can I contact for more information?
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For more information, please email ixdd@ixda.org.

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