A conference for designers, by designers, with only designers on stage
In order to grow as humans, it takes constant evolution, critical thinking, and unlearning past behaviors and thought processes that keeps us as individuals and a society from moving forward.
Therefore we created a Manifesto and combined our beliefs, so that we could hold ourselves accountable to what we believe in and stand for. This will be an ongoing work in progress where we challenge ourselves and others to think outside their comfort zones.
We’re continuously working on authentically putting into action what we stand for and believe in.
What we stand for
• We strive to create a space where emerging and experienced designers intersect and educate one another. We are a communal space for the design community to share ideas, knowledge, and experiences.
• We are a melting pot of startups, independent, and established professionals working in the design & tech industry. We are a nonhierarchical community that encourages everyone to make their voice heard.
• Representation matters to us. And so does unlearning patriarchal mindsets and cis normative practices. We hold ourselves accountable for increasing and improving the quality of representation we bring on stage and welcome into our community. We believe diversity is a window of opportunity to enrich our thinking and praxis from different viewpoints and experiences.
We strive to create a space where emerging and experienced designers intersect and educate one another
• Sustainability and fighting climate change are at the forefront of our agenda. Our goal is to promote environmental awareness as well as ethical and sustainable solutions for life on Earth. We are activists, committed to focus on impact and further the adoption of planet-centric design practices.
• Creativity, curiosity, accessibility, and innovation are other driving factors that move us every day. We commit ourselves to staying transparent and authentic and to putting our words into action. Our community should expect no bullshit, which means no sales pitches and marketing nonsense. Only knowledge and inspiration from designers – digital and non.
Read also: Design Matters’ DEI Agenda
Creativity, curiosity, accessibility, and innovation are our driving factors
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