Call me V! I'm an early-career HCI researcher and UX researcher interested in how technology shapes identity, care, power, and everyday experiences. My work involves working with frameworks like Feminist HCI, Queer HCI, Design Justice, Inclusive Design, and Human-Centred AI. Over the past few years, I've worked across both academia and industry, conducting UX research, leading research projects, publishing my work, and completing my master's thesis in HCI. Along the way, I've realised that some of my favourite moments aren't just doing research but they're also talking about it with other curious people. This little space is for students, researchers, designers, and anyone who's interested in HCI, UX research, or academia. This space might be for you if.... ✿ You're a master's student working on a thesis. 📚 You're curious about HCI or UX research but don't know where to begin. 🌿 You're preparing for UX research interviews or building a portfolio. ☁︎ You're considering research, publishing, or a future PhD. 🤍 You simply want someone to think through ideas with. You don't need to have everything figured out before booking a session. Bring your questions, your curiosity, your half-written notes, or even your uncertainty. This is a space for thoughtful conversations, shared learning, and asking better questions together. Alongside one-to-one sessions, I'm slowly building a small research studio with workshops, reading circles, and community spaces centred around HCI, UX research, and critical approaches to technology. This is only the beginning, and I'm really glad you're here.