Designing for low literacy: Enhancing accessibility and understanding through techniques such as visual storytelling, iconography, and simplified language, to communicate information effectively to users with limited reading skills.

Prerequisite
Participants should possess a fundamental grasp of user experience (UX) design principles, including empathy-driven design.
Familiarity with design tools and digital platforms is beneficial.

Outline
In this immersive session, we'll explore the complexities of designing for users with low literacy levels. We'll consider not only physical disabilities but also emotional and situational factors, with a focus on creating inclusive experiences on UNICEF's Laaha platform.
We'll start by understanding the unique challenges this user segment faces. Additionally, we'll explore techniques such as visual storytelling, iconography, and simplified language to bridge communication gaps effectively.
We'll also examine the role of multimedia content, interactive visuals, and audio cues in enhancing comprehension and engagement among diverse user groups. Through real-world examples and interactive discussions, we'll discover strategies to implement inclusive design principles seamlessly.

Learning Objectives
1. Gain insights into designing for low literacy users, empathy-driven design.
2. Learn practical techniques like visual storytelling and simplified language.
3. Understand the impact of multimedia and interactive elements on user engagement.
4. Gain insights into conducting user research and testing methodologies specific to low literacy audiences.