The 3rd in-person InclusiveSpaces General Assembly brought partners together in Geneva for two days of reflection, creativity and meaningful exchange, an energising milestone for the project as it moves into its next phase.
Day 1 – Ideas in motion
The first day opened with a grounding moment: an icebreaker inviting participants to reflect on privilege and personal experience. This collective pause set a thoughtful tone that carried throughout the sessions.
Momentum quickly picked up with the project’s own “Wheel of Fortune”, an engaging format in which each partner had five minutes to showcase their latest concepts, tools, and technological developments. The rapid-fire presentations turned the room into a carousel of innovation, collaboration and shared ambition.
In the afternoon, creativity took centre stage during a hands-on workshop dedicated to redesigning the Mobility Hub Totem. Partners blended imagination with technical rigour, exploring new ways to shape user-centred mobility information.
A special highlight added a spark of warmth: Mark Harrison (Managing Director of Triple Tread) surprised the consortium with handmade Christmas ornaments made by his daughter, featuring the project logo, small tokens that brought festive cheer and a personal touch to the day.
Day 2 – Immersion and purpose
The second day began in a local café, where morning coffee served as the backdrop for focused discussions on demo sites and the next steps toward implementation.
From there, the group visited HUG – Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève, where they joined activities organised for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (you can check the full programme here). The visit offered a powerful, direct look into everyday accessibility challenges and the tireless work of local associations advocating for inclusive mobility.
Participants were able to step into the lived experiences of others through hands-on exercises such as:
- writing with simulated tremors,
- pouring water with limited motor control,
- navigating a circuit in a wheelchair,
- moving with weighted equipment and low-visibility glasses to better understand challenges faced by older adults and other population groups.
These activities reinforced the core mission of InclusiveSpaces: designing mobility solutions that reflect real experiences, real needs and real barriers.
A heartfelt thank you goes to all the associations involved for their dedication and for raising awareness of such an essential topic. More information about the day’s programme is available here.
The afternoon returned to project work with the kick-off workshop for WP5, which will focus on recommendations, impact assessment and framework development to guide the next phase of InclusiveSpaces.
Across both days, the energy, curiosity and commitment of the consortium shone brightly. From shared reflection to immersive learning and hands-on design, the General Assembly marked an important step forward.
A sincere thank you to TPG for hosting us and to all partners for contributing to two inspiring days.
As the InclusiveSpaces consortium moves forward, the insights, creativity, and shared commitment witnessed in Geneva will continue to guide the project’s next steps. The General Assembly not only strengthened collaboration among partners but also reaffirmed the shared purpose of creating truly inclusive mobility solutions. With renewed energy and a deeper understanding of the experiences of diverse users, InclusiveSpaces is poised to turn these ideas into tangible impact, shaping a more accessible and connected future for all.