Mental Health Monday Aesthetics and Universal Design
Universal design is defined as the design of products, environments, programs, and services to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design. Aesthetics is associated with nature, beauty, and artistic taste. Both are important to an inclusive and accessible world that supports health and well-being. This month we will talk with social entrepreneurs and researchers combining these concepts for a better world.
Please email us with any questions (artsinmedicine@uab.edu)
UAB AIM’s Virtual Mental Health Monday Series is made possible by
AIM Kirklin Family Endowment
Independent Presbyterian Church Foundation
Miriam Kirklin Reed
Susan Mott Webb Charitable Trust
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