WIA Cafe: The Tao of Self-Confidence

Event details
​In the realm of Information Architecture (IA), the structures we create profoundly impact user experience and accessibility. This talk delves into how confidence and inclusivity intersect within IA. Drawing from over 800 interviews with women leaders and my own journey, we’ll explore strategies to design information systems that empower diverse user groups. Attendees will gain insights into creating architectures that not only organize information effectively but also foster user confidence and inclusivity.

​Event format
​1-hour Workshop

​Speaker bio
​Sheena Yap Chan is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, keynote speaker, and movement leader on a mission to make confidence visible in leadership, in organizations, and in every room where women show up.

As the founder of the Confidence Through Visibility movement, Sheena is globally recognized for her work in helping women bridge the confidence gap and lead unapologetically through the power of visibility.

She is the host of The Tao of Self-Confidence podcast and author of two bestselling books, including her Wall Street Journal bestseller The Tao of Self-Confidence and her latest release, Bridging the Confidence Gap.

Through her proprietary VISIBLE Framework, Sheena delivers keynotes and corporate programs that help organizations:
• Bridge the confidence and leadership gap
• Foster retention and equity
• Equip diverse teams to lead with impact

Her work has been featured by MindValley, NBC News, FOX, and The Manila Times, and she has spoken for global brands like NASA, Live Nation, and UKG.

Sheena's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheenayapchan/
Explore more about Sheena’s work: https://sheenayapchan.com/links

​​​​​This event is organized by the World Information Architecture Association and supported by the Rutgers Master of Business and Science Program. The presenters are volunteers who want to share their professional insights into information architecture.

​​​​​​​A link to the event recording will be sent to registered attendees after the event