
WORLD USABILITY DAY, November 12, 2026
Designing a Sustainable
Future with Ethical Al
The World Usability Day 2026 will take place on November 12, 2026, in the Campussaal of FHNW in Brugg-Windisch – an inspiring venue for exchange, fresh perspectives, and meaningful encounters.
Under the global theme “Designing a Sustainable Future with Ethical AI,” we explore how artificial intelligence and human-centered design can work together to create technologies that support a more sustainable and equitable future. The focus lies on ethical principles, human values, and responsible innovation — addressing global challenges such as climate change and digital inequality while fostering trust, cultural diversity, and long-term well-being.
The event is organized by UX Switzerland, the professional association and network for UX professionals in Switzerland, bringing together experts from across the country for a day of inspiration, exchange, and new ideas.
Programm
Erlebe, wie Marktführer denken, und nutze bewährte Life-Hacks für deine Strategieentwicklung. Im HandsOn-Workshop mit Pit Beck (DasScrumTeam.com) und Chris Castrischer (WUD-Advisory Board) entwickelst du konkrete Ansätze für eine nachhaltige Zukunft. Im Zentrum steht die Kombination aus evolutionären und bewährten Methoden wie «Wardley Mapping». Anhand von Praxisbeispielen verbindest du jahrtausendealtes Wissen mit technologischen Möglichkeiten und echter Nutzerorientierung. Du nimmst drei direkt nutzbare Takeaways mit, die du in deiner UX- oder Product-Owner-Rolle einsetzen kannst
Chris Castrischer & Peter (Pit) Beck
RAUM: TBD
How can we design for people while considering the wider impact on our planet and still being financially sustainable? We propose to shift the focus from user-centric to a broader, holistic, planet-centred approach. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore a practical Planetary-Centric Design framework, inspired by permaculture and ethical theories. You’ll use the framework to assess a real design project across seven guiding principles and three dimensions—planet, people, and profit—helping you anticipate the consequences of design decisions and make more responsible choices.
Gabriela L. Lorenz is a UX Designer Director and MBA in Sustainable Business. Over a 15-year career, she has honed her skills in various sectors, leading international and remote teams to enhance digital product design. Gabriela is known for her dedication to mentoring with a focus on gender inclusivity.
She writes for diverse media publications advocating for an ethical and sustainable shift in design practices. As a mentor, she guides designers toward creating innovative and socially responsible products.
Gabriela’s professional ethos is grounded in promoting a humanity-centric approach to design, aiming to create technology that aligns with ethical standards and supports holistic well-being.Regenerative Design https://regenerative-design.earth
RAUM: TBD
Artificial intelligence is transforming how we design digital products. This session explores accessibility as a foundation for better UX and more sustainable, human-centred products—not simply as a compliance requirement. Drawing on real projects from the UX & Accessibility working group of Allianz Digitale Inklusion Schweiz (ADIS), we share practical examples and approaches for integrating accessibility into everyday product development. Through interactive exercises using AI-supported tools, accessibility personas, and practical checklists, participants will explore how AI can support inclusive design while keeping human perspectives at the centre.
Andrea Bichsel, Raiffeisen Schweiz and ADIS
RAUM: TBD
AI systems increasingly absorb cognitive work that people once did themselves, potentially weakening skills, judgment, and understanding in ways standard usability methods may miss. This workshop examines which parts of a task should be automated and which are worth keeping with the user. Participants map the cognitive work their product currently removes, identify what users may lose as a result, and redesign one feature to preserve the capabilities that matter over the long run.
Mi Xue Tan
RAUM: TBD
AI is changing how UX designers research, generate ideas, and create content. This talk explores how AI can be integrated into the design process ethically and sustainably, with a focus on bias, cultural diversity, transparency, and critical evaluation. It shows how psychological principles, visual design, and clear communication can build trust without manipulation or false confidence. Participants will gain practical guidance for using AI to create trustworthy, inclusive user experiences.
Simone Welter, Consulteer GmbH
RAUM: Campussaal – Hauptbühne

What can you expect on the WUD Discord?
⭐ Updates: Never miss any news again—on the WUD Discord, you’ll always be the first to know.
⭐ Networking: Connect with like-minded people and make new contacts in our community.
⭐ Interactive Participation: During the talks, submit questions in the designated channels and interact directly with the speakers and other participants.
How to join our Discord server:
➡️ Download the Discord app: Make sure you install the Discord app on your device
(mobile, tablet, laptop, PC).
You can download the Discord app here
➡️ Set up an account: If you don’t have one yet, please set up a free Discord account to gain access to the server.
➡️ Join early: Connect in time, so you can follow the entire program and not miss a thing. You can also start chatting on our discord server even before WUD begins.
Sponsors of the WUD 2026
We are deeply grateful to our sponsors for making this year’s World Usability Day possible. Their support, partnership, and dedication plays a vital role in bringing our community together and creating a successful event.
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Corporate and education members of UX Switzerland
These organizations support UX Switzerland as members and take part at the WUD.








