2024 · Hackathon · Gender Inclusive
A Place To Go
A Place to Go was created to provide gender minorities at RIT with a map of inclusive and safe spaces on campus, making navigation easier and more accessible.
Timeline
March 2-3, 2024 (24 hours)
Tools
ARWay
FigJam
Figma
My role in Team of 3
UX Designer
UX Researcher
Visual Designer
Problem Space
Identifying the Challenge
Gender minorities at RIT struggled to find safe spaces due to scattered resources, limited digital accessibility and inefficient search results.
Through interviews with gender minorities, we confirmed these challenges were common. They often relied on word-of-mouth or trial-and-error, which highlighted the lack of an inclusive and efficient system.
Problem Statement
How might we help people discover and access inclusive spaces across the RIT campus?
Design Process
Proposed Features
We identified key features to address user needs and create a seamless experience. Our aim was to foster inclusivity, accessibility, and a sense of community.
List of Safe Spaces
Show all the available safe spaces to simplify the process early on
Efficient Search
Search keywords, building name, room number etc. which lacks in existing solution
Indoor/Outdoor Navigation
Indoor Navigation using AR so it is easier to follow the path.
Feedback Mechanism
Enter a landmark that helps find the space, eventually helping others.
Crisis Helpline
Provide contact information for helpline numbers available at RIT.
User Flow
Following Hick’s Law, we simplified the user flow for our design to prioritize ease and accessibility.
Visual Identity
Style and Colors
Inspired by the rainbow colors representing gender diversity, we used shades of red, indigo, and yellow to guide our design, symbolizing healing, harmony, and brilliance.
Final Solution
High-Fidelity Designs
Flow 1: Navigate to Space
Open the app, choose a safe space, select the nearest location, and navigate—all with accessibility details, distance, and travel time provided.
Flow 2: Indoor Navigation
Flow 3: Feedback Mechanism
