An approach to design that follows the these five steps: empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test.

Design thinking fosters innovation by centering user needs. When applied through an intersectional lens, it can challenge traditional hierarchies in tech and prioritize Inclusive Design (https://www.notion.so/Inclusive-Design-11988d95c73780d6a084dcb92009f8d0?pvs=21) that reduces harm and supports accessibility (https://www.notion.so/accessibility-161ef57cfd1b4bfc8102d131aef9ac0d?pvs=21). However, design thinking can be limited if not connected to communities’ real-world concerns, making active collaboration crucial.