DATE & TIME
1 October 2025, 14:00 – 15:30
TRACKS
TRACK 3: Living Labs for Inclusive Soci(et)al Engagement
ROOM
BiciLab
Description
In this hands-on workshop we apply 8 principles for caring technology to bridge the gap between citizens’ needs and care technology development. The tools help to identify needs regarding data sharing and health technology, or gather feedback on specific technologies or services.
Agenda
Timeslot |
Item |
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| 14:00 – 14:15 | Overview of the 8CTP framework, the learning community, the co-creation process, and experiences with the toolbox (facilitator-led introduction). |
| 14:15 – 14:55 | Interactive session exploring the toolbox:
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| 14:55 – 15:20 | Brainstorming Session: Group brainstorming in four groups on how to culturally adapt the framework and workshop format to their own settings and contexts. |
| 15:20 – 15:30 | Reflection and Takeaways: Individual reflection and sharing of key takeaways. |
Facilitators
Ingrid Adriaensen
Business manager, LiCalab
Ingrid Adriaensen
Business manager, LiCalabIngrid holds master degrees in communication and business management. Throughout her career, she built a large experience in (international) sales, with a focus on business development, strategy and communication. At Thomas More University College, Ingrid lectured in the business management program. At the research group/living lab LiCalab, Ingrid consults businesses and organisations about innovation projects in healthcare and facilitates the collaboration with and between companies, care organisations, knowledge institutes/academia, end users and other actors. This role also includes the management of (international) projects. Her motivation is making the right fit between healthcare solutions and citizens and care providers, ensuring full inclusion, for both digital skills and accessible communication.
Hilde Vandenhoudt
Project manager, LiCalab
Hilde Vandenhoudt
Project manager, LiCalabHilde holds a degree in Medicine and a Master of Science in Epidemiology. With over thirty years of experience in healthcare, research, and international development, she has built a strong track record in both clinical and public health settings. Early in her career, she worked in Zambia and Kenya on health system strengthening and HIV prevention, in collaboration with international partners. At Thomas More University of Applied Sciences, Hilde served as a lecturer and research coordinator in the Health Care Unit. She now works at LiCalab, the Living and Care Lab, where she focuses on strengthening primary care and prevention, as well as developing seamless, transmural chronic care pathways. Her work emphasizes innovative, collaborative care models, with cross-cutting attention to (digital) health literacy, inclusion and participation, and ethical principles in healthcare innovation. Hilde is passionate about connecting people and driving innovation in healthcare. She is committed to shaping inclusive, future-oriented solutions that enhance the well-being of both citizens and care professionals.