Professor Dr. Annelies Vaneycken

Biography

Annelies Vaneycken is a lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, where she practices intersection design, art, politics, and social engagement. Her research focuses on how design can contribute to democratic processes, social inclusion, and sustainability. With a Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from LUCA School of Arts and another in Design from Sandberg Institute, she obtained her Ph.D. in Design from HDK-Valand Academy. Annelies employs Research Design and Design Anthropology to connect political ambitions with human rights and sustainability. She is involved in the MFA Child Culture Design program, focusing on children's participation in design processes. Annelies has participated in various projects, including the EU Marie Curie project TRADERS, where she explored free play in public space. Her publications span topics such as collective creativity in design processes and the importance of play in urban environments. Annelies has led numerous workshops and exhibitions, contributing to dialogues on the role of public art and community participation in design. Through her work, she aims to disrupt conventional perspectives and support the development of inclusive design methodologies.

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