Designing Radical Futures Symposium

To say we are living in a time of crisis has become somewhat of a cliché, yet there is no doubt we are at a pivotal moment in human history, where the decisions we make now will dictate what happens in the centuries to come. 

We are already witnessing the spectre of climate collapse, and the associated inequalities, geopolitical violence and health risks that are likely to intensify if we continue along our current trajectory. Design is complicit in this global crisis but is also increasingly recognised by organisations and communities as a vector for positive change. 

In this one-day symposium, we will explore how design can move away from narratives of ‘progress’ and ‘problem-solution’ paradigms that replicate the status-quo. Using speculative approaches, we will consider how design can move towards radical, sustainable, and equitable alternatives. 

If you're curious about Postgraduate Study in Design, you’ll also have the opportunity to view student projects and chat with faculty about your future in the field.

Please register below to attend.

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