Oonagh Comerford

Head Of Design at SH:24

Oonagh Comerford has a diverse work experience in design and service roles. They started as a Design Researcher at the Behavioural Design Lab, where they collaborated with Warwick Business School and the Design Council to apply behavioral science to design-thinking. During their time there, they focused on helping organizations improve their products, services, and environments to positively impact behavior and quality of life.

Following this role, Oonagh joined the Design Council as a Design Researcher and Project Manager. They contributed to programs such as "Design for Care: Enabling Better Choices," which aimed to create a more personalized and connected care system. They also worked with the Royal College of Midwives on the "Better Births" project, focusing on enhancing the birthing experience in obstetric units.

Oonagh then transitioned to Virgin Care as a Service Designer before joining Common Collective as a Founding Member. In this role, they collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to bring together various expertise and knowledge to create positive social change.

Subsequently, Oonagh joined the University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Service Designer, where they contributed their skills to enhance healthcare services and delivery.

Their most recent role was at SH:24, where they initially served as the Design Lead, responsible for a digital advice and contraception service in Nairobi, Kenya called Jojo. They later progressed to become the Head of Design, focusing on providing accessible sexual and reproductive health care through a free online service.

Overall, Oonagh Comerford's work experience demonstrates their expertise in design, research, and leadership roles within the healthcare and social sectors.

Oonagh Comerford began their education in 2006 at the National College of Art & Design. Oonagh completed a Bachelor's degree in Fine Art (Sculpture) and History of Art and Design, graduating in 2010. Afterward, they pursued further education at the Royal College of Art from 2016 to 2018, where they obtained a Master's degree in Healthcare and Design. The field of study for both degrees is not specified in the provided information.

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