Session 1 and 2:
Adapted objects
We approached the theme of disability through an activity focusing on the differences between objects designed for people with disabilities and those designed for able-bodied people. The discussion focused particularly on visual impairments.
We discovered that there are several forms of blindness:
- Partial blindness, which includes, for example, the wearing of glasses or the presence of areas of impaired vision.
- Total blindness, in which the person is completely deprived of sight.
Session 2: We were lucky enough to meet Yousra, a young woman in a wheelchair. She can no longer use her legs and has reduced mobility in her wrists and arms, which makes certain everyday actions very complicated, such as cutting food or lifting heavy objects.
For around thirty minutes, Yousra shared her story with us, explaining the origins of her disability and how she lives with it. Her testimony gave us a better understanding of the concrete difficulties she encounters every day.
After her talk, she visited each group to give her opinion on the objects designed by the students. She highlighted the strengths and weaknesses of each creation, helping us to spot errors and clumsiness through her eyes.

For example, one group had designed an apple slicer, but Yousra found it unsuitable: it didn't fit the shape of her hand and was difficult to use. Another group had imagined a sports glove, but several shortcomings were noted, making it impractical for a person with constraints. Session 3: Accessible objects We also met Diego, a young boy with a congenital genetic disorder that has left one of his hands without a thumb. He was accompanied by his mother, who gave us more information about his situation. Because of the reduced mobility of his hand, Diego faces a number of difficulties on a daily basis. Some of the gestures he struggles with include:

 - Cutting meat or using a knife and fork simultaneously. 

- Grasping objects such as a skipping rope, which usually requires a firm grip with both hands. 

- Tying shoelaces, especially the knot, a task he can't do alone. 

- Riding a bike, as he struggles to maintain his balance and can't hold the handlebars properly.