Inclusivity and diversity issues in soundscape and participatory action research

This keynote addresses acoustic inclusivity in the design of indoor and outdoor spaces, promoting the participation of groups with a different sensorial perception. Many guidelines and standards in acoustics have been designed based on average values, often failing to cover the perspective and needs of a large part of the population. This denotes the necessity for rethinking the traditional models and methodologies in favor of broader approaches that include groups such as aural-diverse and neurodivergent individuals and auditory subcultures.