100 words on acts of inclusion
In this story series Aaltonians share concrete examples of how they promote equality, diversity and inclusion in their work – and inspire you to participate!
Ivan Vujaklija shares an accessible route for students and visitors
In the 100 words series, the Associate Professor in Electrical Engineering and Automation shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
What do you do for work?
I try to come up with ideas and technological solutions that can nudge clinical practice forward, and support health and wellbeing across our communities. By combining engineering, neuroscience and biomedical insights, I strive to create new rehabilitation and prosthetic solutions one experiment at a time.
What acts of inclusion do you do in your work?
When welcoming students and visitors to our lab, I like to highlight an accessible route for reaching the place. I have a pre-prepared less-than-perfectly sketched map along with a short guide. These are easy to attach to emails, send as messages, or post on MyCourses and similar portals. This way, a barrier-free path to our lab avoiding stairs, steep slopes and crowded spaces, is apparent – perfect for those who might need it or simply prefer a more peaceful stroll. This is how I ensure that everyone feels welcome and included when coming over.
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