/en/listing/1169420/feed News listing en /en/news/wit-talks-where-theory-meets-practice-and-dialogue-meets-impact Tue, 09 Jan 2024 13:47:33 +0000 Janina Hedström 989376 at /en In a world where crises are becoming increasingly complex and interlinked, the need for transformative conversations and actionable solutions for global sustainability and resilience is paramount. In response to this pressing demand, WiT Talks emerges as a dynamic entity that transcends the boundaries of traditional discourse. WiT Talks is a WiTLAB-led initiative at Aalto University that stands at the forefront of a paradigm shift. We recognise the urgency of uniting passionate academics and researchers, forward-thinking practitioners, NGOs, community activists, and visionary policymakers in an environment where silos are dismantled and collaboration reigns supreme. The talks are designed to be the nexus where the realms of theory and practice converge, birthing novel insights and actionable strategies that have the power to reshape the future. These discussions are global, inclusive, and cross-cutting, fostering an innovative blend of perspectives. Through WiT Talks events and activities, we foster collaborations, enabling participants to translate discussions into tangible, real-world actions. Welcome to a realm where conversations are catalysts for action, and every voice, every idea, and every contribution matters. Art and Creative Practices witlab Studies WiT Talks /en/news/panel-discussion-humanitarian-approach-in-the-changing-world-by-aalto-wit-programme-rlabs-tanzania Tue, 09 Jan 2024 11:05:34 +0000 Janina Hedström 989351 at /en Join us for an engaging panel discussion where we will explore the evolving landscape of humanitarian efforts with the challenges and opportunities it presents. Our panelists will address key questions shaping the future of the field in an insightful and thought-provoking discussion, offering a glimpse into the future of humanitarian work and the collaborative strategies necessary for positive change. Art and Creative Practices witlab Studies WiT Programme panel /en/news/witlab-guesting-on-the-hopeful-globe-podcast Mon, 18 Sep 2023 18:40:48 +0000 Janina Hedström 958606 at /en Aalto WiTLAB has guested on an episode of the Hopeful Globe Podcast by the University of Turku. The Hopeful Globe Podcast series is a collaboration between Institutes of Higher Education, sharing inspiring stories across the globe. Art and Creative Practices witlab Studies Hopeful Globe podcast /en/news/witlab-side-event-at-uia-copenhagen Wed, 07 Jun 2023 21:11:28 +0000 Janina Hedström 919461 at /en Aalto WiT Programme launch and workshop - Side event at UIA Copenhagen 2023 Research witlab Research & Art Aalto WiTLAB x UIA CPH /en/news/aalto-university-is-launching-a-world-in-transition-programme-for-resilience-of-vulnerable Mon, 22 May 2023 11:45:46 +0000 Krista Kinnunen 911496 at /en New diploma programme seeks solutions to the most pressing problems concerning the human settlements. Research Teaching University architecture sustainability witlab Research & Art Studies Humanitarian architects at field work in Nepal, sitting on rugs and discussing with local people /en/news/empathy-matters-in-design-it-is-a-profound-ability-that-we-need-to-cherish Wed, 08 Sep 2021 10:35:58 +0000 Krista Kinnunen 428041 at /en In our ‘I claim’ series architect Helena Sandman talks about the importance of empathy in architecture and design practices. Design Dissertations Living environments Research Sustainability Aalto ARTS Books witlab Research & Art Helena_Sandman_arkkitehti_minä väitän_sarja /en/news/doctoral-thesis-humanitarian-architecture-creates-security-and-protection-in-the-midst-of-poverty Wed, 02 Dec 2020 10:09:57 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 264021 at /en When global crises drive people out of their homes, multidisciplinary cooperation can help make something out of very little. Living environments Research Aalto ARTS Books Department of Architecture architecture defences of doctoral theses doctoral theses defences witlab Research & Art Saija Hollmén istumassa lattialla risti-istunnassa värikkäiden afrikkalaisten kankaiden päällä.