Exploring participatory approaches to data literacy, civil liberties, and community advocacy
How can data and design empower communities to engage more effectively in democratic processes? This event brings together international and local leaders in civic media, data literacy, civil liberties, and community advocacy to discuss emerging approaches to participatory data practices and civic engagement. The discussion explores how communities and civil society can use data to inform, organise, and advocate for more equitable urban futures.
This event is hosted by the QUT DMRC Creating Better Digital Futures program with kind support from the QUT Design Lab.
DATE: Friday, 28 Nov 2025
TIME: 12:00pm – 2.30pm
LOCATION: QUT Kelvin Grove, E Block, Level 5, Room 557 (map and getting there)
Agenda:
12pm for 12.30pm start: Light lunch on arrival
12.30pm: Guest talk by Stephanie Hankey, Co-founder, Tactical Technology Collective, Berlin, Germany
How can data and design empower communities to engage more effectively in democratic processes?
1.30pm: Panel discussion
- Stephanie Hankey, Co-founder, Tactical Tech, Berlin, Germany
- Elizabeth Hanley, President, Brisbane Residents United
- Angus Murray, Junior Vice President, Queensland Council for Civil Liberties, Vice-Chair, Electronic Frontiers Australia
- Assoc. Prof. Jen Seevinck, School of Design, QUT
- MC: Prof. Marcus Foth, School of Design and DMRC, QUT
2.30pm: Event close
Guest speaker: Stephanie Hankey
