Space to Be: Sensory-Sensitive Art Laboratory

Explore neurodiversity through art, enhance inclusive design, and create comfortable spaces for everyone.

Become a champion for inclusive design through art! Co-designed with the Talos Foundation, this session is a public invitation to explore neurodiversity - the diverse ways our brains process the world - through creative discovery. See how simple changes to your surroundings, like warm lighting and soft acoustics, can unlock focus and flow. In this workshop, you’ll paint side-by-side with others using acrylic paint to map your own 'internal weather.'You’ll learn to spot the hidden 'noise' that drains our energy and gain practical tools to make any space - from your home to your office - more comfortable for every brain. It’s a hands-on experience in empathy and design that proves why a world built for the most sensitive is a better world for everyone. Leave with your finished canvas and practical tips for transforming your surroundings.

The workshop fee includes general admission to the Green Women Festival, granting access to talks, booths, and goodie bags. The workshop will be conducted in English.

About Demi Herder
Demi Herder (they/she) is a 2025 Resolve Foundation Fellow and the Founder of The Art Bridge Hub Initiative. With a multi-disciplinary background in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and the arts, they specialize in the creation of accessible and neuro-inclusive spaces. Demi believes in the concept of "Sanctuary Spaces" that allow neurodivergent individuals to connect through the model of Parallel Play. They focus on establishing sensory-safe environments that remove traditional social barriers to facilitate authentic participation in Hong Kong’s creative landscape.

About Green Women Festival

The Green Women Festival promotes diversity and inclusion while highlighting women's roles in green innovation and raising awareness of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It features an inclusive program targeting multiple community groups in Hong Kong, including the LGBTQIA+ community, migrant workers, and youth. Key themes include gender equality and environmental action, with workshops and discussions aimed at creating real-world impact. The festival fosters community, networking, and knowledge-sharing among women and allies in sustainability. Its interactive workshops make sustainable living accessible, ensuring diverse voices contribute to the dialogue and action in the sustainability sector.