Dignity: The Maker Movement and Refugees

Global Innovation Gathering (GIG)
re:publica 2017

Short thesis: 

In 2016 there were 65.3 million people globally living displaced. Makers are in a unique position to contribute design and innovation to solving humanitarian crises. How can the Maker Movement merge with conflict and disaster response to address the refugee crisis in a scalable way, while maintaining the dignity and autonomy of both individuals and communities?

Description: 

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Stage 4
Tuesday, May 9, 2017 - 18:00 to 18:30
English
Talk
Everyone

Speakers

Founder and Executive Director