Digital tools and technologies seem to make life a lot easier. But for many people, this is not true. For example, those with physical or mental disabilities or language difficulties may experience high barriers when using digital technology. Waag Futurelab advocates for a digital world that is accessible to all. After all, everyone has the right to participate in society and everyone deserves a fair chance at the labor market.
During the Week of Participation (October 6-9, 2025), Waag, together with De Omslag, is organising a programme for professionals working at social enterprises and/or daycare providers. All talks will be conducted in Dutch.
Talk Digital technology and the future of work
with Marleen Stikker en Christine Dedding
Monday, October 6, 10:00-12:00 hrs
Hybrid: sign up for the free online session or buy your ticket for the event at Waag.
How do we bridge the digital divide
Tuesday, October 7, 10:00-12:00 hrs
Online session with Cybersoek and Waag Futurelab
Participatory and accessible design
Tuesday, October 7, 14:00-16:00 hrs
Online session with SWINK, buitengewoon digitale specialisten and Meetellen in Amsterdam
With technology everyone can work
Wednesday, October 8, 10:00-12:00 hrs
Online session with KIT - kennisalliantie inclusie en technologie
Prompts in participatory practice
Wednesday, October 8, 15:30-17:30 hrs
Online session with Vrijwilligersacademie and Anzanote
Whose data is it anyway
Thursday, October 9, 10:00-12:00 hrs
Online session with Danny Lämmerhirt of Waag Futurelab
View the full programme.
