DENNY L. STARKS

UX RESEARCHER & DESIGNER

About

01 about

Hi!

I'm a comic book nerd who also enjoys human-centered research and design.

My research centers on studying the different types of violence Black and Latinx trans women and non-binary people of color experience (e.g., structural, physical, psychological, etc.). I also study how they practice safety and self-care. My other
interests include mental health misinformation on
TikTokand queer dating.

P.S. Batman is better than Superman. Just saying...

Philosophy

02 philosophy

Be.

I believe it's essential to pause and reflect on the work and needs of the users during the design process

Do.

I want to help create positive change in the world. I want my research and designs to positively impact the users' lives and give them some fulfillment.

Have.

I am continually realizing my biases and trying to unpack them, which will help me moving forward as a researcher. Pausing and reflecting will help me grow as a researcher and designer and create positive impacts on the world.

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