“As artists, we work with imagery. And when someone tells us not to print or draw something, it only makes us want to do it more.” —Edel Rodriguez on using his artistic voice to speak out against what’s wrong. #WDCD2024

And now it’s time for a panel talk with Dirk-Jan Visser and Afaina de Jong on AI and creative output. #WDCD2024

“I like the playful approach between speakers of a language and non-speakers of a language and what can come out of the in-between.” —Samar Maakaroun of Right to Left Studio and Pentagram Design on playing with words, language beyond borders, and graphic design.

“Perhaps it’s time to start saying yes to briefs that embrace uncertainty and start refusing briefs that don’t serve the planet—if it destroys the planet or marginalises people, then the brief must change. “ —Clive Russell talks designing Extinction Rebellion Global and our duty as designers.

…And that’s a wrap on #WDCD2024! Our thanks goes out to all the speakers, visitors, friends and partners who made this day possible. We hope to see you next year!

Last week, the 11 winners of the #RedesignEverythingChallenge visited our HQ for a Masterclass on holistic design and mentoring! Secrid partners with What Design Can Do to support designers changing industries for the better. 🌱 #DesignAsAForceForGood #IndustrialEvolution

“Hope-based narratives are more effective in mobilising people for their long-term action" On the blog, guest writer Zsofia Kollar shares her report from the #WDCD2024 breakout session, #NarrativesforChange. Tap the link for the full article→whatdesigncando.com/stories/hopefu…

#OPENCALL ALERT⚠️ Design and submit a poster to the #postersfortheplanet open call for a chance to be exhibited all over the Netherlands and win the grand prize of €10,000! All are welcome, and submissions can be in Dutch or English 🌏 More info here→postersfortheplanet.org

From intellectual property to experimentation, fossil-fueled data centres to play and participation, dip into what the expert panel had to say at the AI and Designers breakout session at #WDCD2024. Read it here→bit.ly/3LulMcp 📸: Tom Doms

Have you heard about this poster design #opencall yet? ⚠️ Design a poster for the planet for a chance to be exhibited and win the grand prize of €10,000! All are welcome, and submissions can be in Dutch or English 🌏 More info here→postersfortheplanet.org

At #WDCD2024, young designers came together to imagine a climate future that is optimistic & exciting. One that addresses the challenges ahead, while also filling us with joy. Learn more about the #NextGenDesign workshop & programme on the blog today 👇 whatdesigncando.com/stories/collec…

Super exciting news from What Design Can Do México GNP ! 😍

"A sense of belonging is essential for a society because it contributes to its resilience.” In a new story on the blog, guest writer Kübra Terzi shares a few key takeaways from the #WDCD2024 breakout session, #BelongingBeyondBorders. 💫 whatdesigncando.com/stories/design…

On the blog today, guest writer Teresa Carvalheira shares her report of the #CraftingTomorrow breakout session at #WDCD2024. The "rather digestive" workshop featured everything from a nutmeg tasting to a crash course in flax cultivation. 🌾 whatdesigncando.com/stories/tastin…

“I started The Revival out of frustration and the pain that we have to deal with waste we didn't create.” Read our exclusive interview with Yayra Agbofah, who won the #RedesignEverythingChallenge with his upcycling initiative, THE REVIVAL. 🌻 whatdesigncando.com/stories/from-t…

In recent years, the decline of reef ecosystems has become a global problem. In New York City, designer Mary Lempres is tapping into nature's genius to offer a solution. Find out how—and what biocement has to do with it—on the blog today. 👇 whatdesigncando.com/stories/restor…

"I’m trying to redesign our relationship with the things that heal us." 🍀 With her research project #coculturingrituals, designer Namita Bhatnagar is looking at how synthetic biology can help us grow our own remedies. Read all about it 👇 bit.ly/3ABdI7q

👨‍🚒 In recent years, we've seen an increase in the frequency and severity of wildfires. Here, we speak to designer Batuhan Esirger about the importance of early detection, and how he's tackling this issue with his team at #ForestGuard. bit.ly/3ZaNBi4

Want to join our #masterclass on creative business models and #funding? There are still a few spots available for the online session we're hosting this Thursday - get your details here: bit.ly/4d2ZVnV 🤩 #RedesignEverything

Cellsense transforms algae and cellulose into durable bio-embellishments for use in fashion and cosmetics. Here, founder Aradhita Parasrampuria tells us more about the organisms she works with and the design possibilities they offer 👉 bit.ly/3ZopV9U