Join us on Tuesday the 20th of May at CREW Galway for an inspiring and action-focused gathering as we explore how designers can help drive systemic change by working hand-in-hand with those shaping a better future. 

In Act 8: Amplify Voices for Change, we’ll create space for designers to connect with campaigners, ecologists, scientists, activists, and more. All united in a shared mission to strengthen local and national movements for change.

We will round out the session with a keynote presentation from Irish architect and environmentalist Duncan Stewart, who has been a leading Irish advocate for environmental, health and conservation issues for over 40 years.

Together, we’ll spotlight stories of collaboration, challenge traditional silos, and explore how design can be a powerful tool to amplify unheard voices and champion just, sustainable futures.

 

Event Agenda

10:00 Introduction to Design Declares Lara Hanlon

10:20 How a communication design challenge could establish a common language across the island of Ireland to promote eco-tourism activities Martina Daly, Dark Skies project.

10:40 How Superfolk influenced a sense of place, ethos and values in CREW Jo Anne Butler, Superfolk In conversation with Ainslie Peters, CREW.

10:55 How Studio Saol amplified Hometree's mission to protect and restore Ireland's ancient woodlands Studio Saol In Conversation with Hometree.

11:10 Seeds, Weeds and Stones Breakout session.

11:35 Keynote address Duncan Stewart

12:15 Seeds, Weeds and Stones top-up session and playback

12:40 The event will conclude with lunch and networking.

Free tickets are available here via Eventbrite.

 

Design Declares is an initiative of the Institute of Designers Ireland and 100 Archive, and is funded thanks to support from Creative Ireland.