TOM: Melbourne + SOLVE
Hybrid world of work and study
As part of TOM@University program in partnership with Tikkun Olam Makers (TOM), Occupational Therapy (OT) and Design students explored accessible and inclusive work and study environments that allow people with disabilities to study and work effectively in multiple locations. In collaboration with Solve, student teams researched a range of challenge areas and explored solutions that enable greater participation and performance across working environments, and support retaining and maintaining employment.
CONCEPTS
THE EASY PLUG
A plug grabber and inserter that helps the user to insert plugs to the power points and take them out with ease.
Concept by Charlotte Di Leo (Occupational Therapy), Ebony Bellerose (Occupational Therapy), Lomchan Punthurungsee (Fashion and Textile Design), Belinda Krechman (Occupational Therapy) & Sivmey Taing (Interior Design)
ACCESSIBILITY HUB APP
A digital interface to provide campus accessibility information so that students with disabilities including new students and visitors can navigate their way around the campus and use the spaces effectively.
Concept by Carlisa Pumar (Occupation Therapy), Nathan Reid (Occupation Therapy), Nick Simpson (Occupation Therapy) & Tahmid Hossain (Occupation Therapy).
DESK ORGANISER
A desk organiser with storage space, easy access to power points and cord management features. The desk organiser would be collapsible for easy transportation.
Concept by Dean Fontbin (Occupational Therapy), Emily Jackson (Occupational Therapy), Jesse Philpot (Occupational Therapy) & Travis Chan (Occupational Therapy).