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DESIGN+ Disruptions, Realities, Futures

DEFSA 2025 - Call for Abstracts

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DEFSA Member Survey: Understanding the Value of Your Membership

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Student Competition: WHAT IF DESIGN…

How can design disrupt conventional paradigms to reimagine a sustainable future that balances technological innovation, cultural stewardship, and empathetic, human-centred solutions to address the world’s pressing challenges?

Design Afrika Journal

The journal explores exciting ideas and discussions about modern design, philosophy, and education. It highlights unique perspectives from Africa and the Global South, and connects these ideas with the rest of the world. We're looking forward to submissions from local educators, presenting fresh insights and joining the conversation! Read more about the Design Africa journal here.

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2025 National Conference

DESIGN+ Disruptions, Realities, Futures
2025 Design Education Forum of Southern Africa Conference 18 -19 September

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