Malin Hammarberg and Sara Kjellstrand / Digital serenity: How to reduce user stress ... #id24 2024

Digital serenity: How to reduce user stress with brain-friendly web design Have you ever felt stressed out when conducting an errand online? You are not alone. Many users find themselves overwhelmed by complex and unstructured interfaces. In this talk, accessibility experts from the Funka Foundation will explore what triggers stress in the digital environment and discuss the impact of stress on users of different abilities. Concrete examples of stress-relieving design features will be shared, along with key insights and tips for brain-friendly web design, based on case studies and research. About the speakers Malin is a senior UX Designer and Accessibility Specialist at the Funka Foundation with over a decade of experience. Malin collaborates with both public and private sector clients to create inclusive products and services. A Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA) by the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP), she is dedicated to ensuring equal digital access for all. Malin specializes in Accessibility, Inclusive Design, and Usability. An experienced speaker, she has led numerous events and courses, sharing her expertise and passion for creating truly inclusive digital experiences. Sara Kjellstrand is a Research Strategist at the Funka Foundation with a long experience of managing research projects and studies on accessibility, digital inclusion and equality. Sara has in the past five years led a series of research initiatives on cognitive accessibility on the web, with funding from the EU and national grants in Sweden and Norway. She is a Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) through the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) and is frequently giving lectures and training on cognitive accessibility and digital inclusion. https://inclusivedesign24.org/

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