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Human-Centered Design Award

This international award celebrates solutions that put people first—designs that inspire, uplift, and create meaningful progress for individuals and communities. From enhancing everyday experiences to shaping systems for the greater good, the Award recognizes those who design with purpose and empathy.​​

2026 Human-Centered Design Award

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2026 Student Human-Centered Design Challenge

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The Human-Centered Design Award is proudly presented by the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Singapore (HFESS) to recognize talent, excellence, and ingenuity in human-centered design and innovation.​ ​

Submissions must demonstrate clear relevancewithin their application field or industry.​

  • Solutions should be grounded in real humaninsights, obtained through user research,observation, or participatory design.​
  • Designs must address substantial humanchallenges, improve everyday experiences,and create meaningful value – forindividuals, communities, organizations, andthe planet.​
  • Consideration of sustainable principles,resource-consciousness, and long-termimpact is essential.​

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