Sp 4. HuskyADAPT: on toy adaptation, universal design, and importance of student-led organizations

30/08/2024 57 min

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Episode Synopsis

HuskyADAPT is a student organization at the University of Washington that supports accessible design and inclusive play technology. It started as a toy adaptation club and grew into a larger organization that focuses on universal design and includes design teams that work on projects that address specific needs of individuals with disabilities with the goal to create usable and workable solutions. The organization also hosts toy adaptation events with partners like Microsoft and Google. The adapted toys are donated to individuals and organizations in the community. The main aim of HuskyADAPT to make play accessible for all children and promote inclusive design.

Useful resources:

Fisher-Price Sensory Bright Light Station Electronic Learning Activity Table
"Let's Adapt for Everyone!" book
SWITCHED Adapted Toys Youtube Channel
"Affordable Adaptations" book
Switch adapted toys shop on Etsy
AdaptedDesign3D on Etsy
HuskyADAPT adaptable toy list
RePlay for Kids - toy adapting organizations near you


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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RESNA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(the Rehabilitation Engineering and assistive technology Society of North America)
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