Design a prototype for The Listening Lab, a low-cost, decentralized, peer-to-peer wellness system designed for women. The Lab focuses on emotional regulation, communication, and nonjudgmental listening, particularly supporting neurodivergent, queer, and system-impacted individuals.

Build a clear, accessible onboarding experience that prepares users for role-based group sessions, emphasizing safety, trust, and authentic connection.

Develop user-centered flows for common and edge-case experiences—such as session disruptions or emotional distress—based on existing trauma-informed guidelines.

Encourage creative, interdisciplinary thinking by engaging students in UX design, digital prototyping, public health awareness, and inclusive tech practices.

Core Deliverables:

• A working prototype (using programming, low-code, or no-code tools) of the Listening Lab onboarding and role-explainer interface.
• A user journey map illustrating how users engage, participate, and exit, including onboarding and emotional pacing.
• Clear role descriptions (e.g., Explorer, Witness, Companion) with visuals or instructional content for each.
• A basic feedback loop (e.g., post-session check-in, issue reporting).
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Optional Stretch Deliverables (with FIA support):

• Off-ramp pathways to direct users to mental health, crisis support, or advocacy organizations.
• A lightweight incident protocol for documenting and responding to safety concerns without relying on police or clinical escalation.
• A system map showing where safety check-ins and emotional regulation supports are embedded.