Design Justice

Design justice is a book and guide developed by trans scholar and designer Sasha Constanza-Chock and Allied Media collaborators that concerns the effects/influences of design on the distribution of risks, harms, and benefits among various groups of people.

Design Justice shifts design practices towards equity, making it as useful tool for inclusive and ethical design approaches in Black, Indigenous, and Disability-led contexts.Tech Literacy & Accessibility: By dissecting the politics of design, this book educates readers on the far-reaching impacts of design choices, emphasizing the importance of Black, Indigenous, and disabled community-led design processes.Reducing Harm in New Media: The Design Justice framework critiques how design can perpetuate inequities, advocating for participatory approaches that prioritize harm reduction by centring voices typically marginalized in design conversations.Data & Knowledge Stewardship: As a resource, Design Justice preserves knowledge on ethical, justice-centred design practices, encouraging a shift towards equitable standards. This guide supports community-driven insights that promote sustainable, inclusive design, creating a lasting repository for the future.