Achieving the SDG Agenda 2030 demands significant shifts in how we approach life, education and, crucially, design education, research and practice. Traditional design practices, focusing primarily on humans as consumers or users, have inadvertently contributed to promoting unnecessary objects and behaviours. As we confront the global challenges defined by the Sustainable Development Goals, the role of designers is evolving.
This panel discussion brings together leading experts to explore the new capabilities, mindsets, and educational transformations necessary for designers to meaningfully contribute to the SDGs. Join us in exploring how Swiss design education, research, and professional practice can adapt to drive sustainable innovation and responsible consumption, ultimately shaping a more resilient future.
Speakers:
- Helen Muggli, Pro Helvetia
- Heiko Specking, Sparring Partner
- Evgenia Tsianou, DISSCO Dissemination-Science-Communication
- Katharina Herzog, HSLU – Design Management, International
The panel discussion will be moderated by Prof. Dr. Guillermina Noël, Head of the BA Design Management, International.
