UD2024 Call for submissions

UD2024 – The Call for submissions for the 7th international conference on Universal design, UD2024 is open and concludes April 7, 2024.

The Norwegian Directorate for Children, Youth, and Family Affairs (Bufdir) is delighted to
welcome you to the 7th international conference on Universal design, UD2024.
Join us in advancing the discourse on Universal Design and its pivotal role in shaping a
sustainable, equitable, and resilient future for all!

UD2024 takes place from November 20th to 22nd , 2024, at Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel in
Oslo, Norway.

Universal design, inclusive design, innovation for all, and accessibility are important
concepts that aim to make products, environments, and services usable and accessible
to everyone, regardless of their abilities, age, or background. This makes them
important strategies to achieve the UN’s sustainable development goals, Agenda 2030.

We invite academia, practitioners, civil servants, and experts worldwide to participate in an engaging event aimed at renewing, developing, and inspiring progress in the field of
Universal Design. The conference aims to spotlight global best practices, local
experiences and projects, recent research, and tackle pressing issues, fostering
collaboration across sectors and nations. Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to
the advancement of Universal Design on an international scale!

We welcome submissions from both researchers and practitioners:

  • Scientific/academic Papers: Original research articles, theoretical frameworks, empirical studies, and critical reviews
  • Practical Projects: Case studies, design interventions, implementation strategies, and lessons learned
  • Best Practices: Exemplary models, innovative approaches, success stories, and evidence-based practices
  • Position papers
  • Poster session

Additional information is available on the EasyChair website:

  • Submission guidelines for practical projects and best practices
  • Submission guidelines for scientific/academic papers
  • Key themes and topics

Important Dates:

  • Submission of abstract: 7 April 2024
  • Author notification: 28 April 2024
  • Submission of full paper: 1 July 2024
  • Author review notification: 1 September 2024
  • Deadline final papers and posters: 20 September 2024
  • Registration deadline for presenters: 27 September 2024

Please visit the UD2024 EasyChair website to begin the submission process: https://easychair.org/cfp/UD2024

Please contact us at ud2024@bufdir.no if you have any questions!