In 2023, our theme is The Futures of UX. Plural, because we are still shaping our future, so it may end up one way, or the other. What signals do we see today of futures to come? What drivers propel these signals? What scenarios may they bring to life in 5, 10… or 24 years? We are not pawns to futures to come, but rather their masters. So let us imagine these futures together, and decide which ones we want to keep – and which ones we want to avoid.
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Why attend?
Dive deep
There are many articles out there about the future of UX – but they only scratch the surface. Our 24-hour scope allows our speakers to explore many aspects, and explore these aspects in depth. So you will come away with more than just a headline to remember.
Stay relevant
Long-term plans often get overshadowed by everyday deliverables. Leave the daily grind behind for a day, and consider with our speakers: what skills do I need to nurture today, to still strive in 2, 5, 10, 24 years as a UXer?
Think forward
Don’t just stay relevant as an individual! – Push the thinking of your organization as well! Our talks will turn you into the person who brings up the future’s big questions. Push your UX team forward to continue delivering value to your company’s bottom line and purpose!
Flex your imagination
By imagining what the future could bring, we flex our creative muscles – one of the most important muscles of a UXer. Let the fresh ideas, utopian hopes, distopian possibilities, and necessary actions fill you up with creativity to tackle your work already today.
Ever wondered what UXers around the world are thinking?
What the hot UX topics are in Nairobi or Manila? What keeps experienced designers up at night in Geneva or Argentina? Now is your chance to listen in or talk to the world!
Glocal
24 Hours of UX is run by 24 Labs, a non-profit made up of local and independent UX practitioners from all corners of the world. We cover 6 continents, and most of us have only ever met online.
Non-stop
In June 2020 we brought 24 hours of uninterrupted live online content to the global user experience community. Then we did it again in 2021, and 2022, bringing their stories to the global stage.
Community
We believe in the power of community, and support it through all our efforts. We put the limelight on the local grassroots communities in your region, wherever you live.
2023 UX community partners (so far)
Are you running a local UX community? Apply to own 1 hour of the 24 hours!
We are looking for grassroot communities like yours to share exciting stories from the field. Join us today and speak directly with our global audience.
Community application for 2023 open mid January 2023
If you’re a part of a local UX community, register your community today and nominate your speaker for the global stage.
If you’d like to participate as a speaker, reach out to a UX community in your city or country, and register together.
Save the date
The 2023 edition of 24 Hours of UX will begin on May 3rd, 7am CEST, and will keep you awake with global content until the same time the following day. The event stretches across May 2nd, 3rd and 4th, with the following starting hours:
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