About the initiative
Design for Good is an initiative that aims to create the culture of designing for good by raising awareness and increasing knowledge through empowering practitioners in the architecture and design sectors, facilitating their collaboration with organizations and .individuals who support social and environmental causes to create a positive impact
DFG Objectives
Learn
Offering learning opportunities to increase awareness about Design for Good concept and its significance for society and the environment.
Participate
Facilitating diverse opportunities for community engagement for architects and designers by utilizing their skills and resources.
Engage
Enhancing engagement among stakeholders in Design for Good ecosystem, sharing success stories, and collaborating to create impact.
Target Audiences
Architecture and Design Practitioners
Students and Academics
Non-Profit Organizations
Individuals with interest in the A&D Sector
Volunteering communities
Learn
Under this initiative, various educational opportunities are offered, including:
DFG Masterclasses
How to leverage design skills to create positive change and make a lasting difference in community and beyond. DFG Masterclasses are an immersive learning experience in Design for Good initiative, led by experts in the field. The masterclass is crafted to practically equip participants with an in-depth understanding of the principles and tools essential for impactful and socially responsible design.
Learn and Deign For Good
This program offers a comprehensive journey to prepare those interested both academically and practically. The journey begins with learning about various concepts of Design for Good, followed by planning for active participation, and concludes with practical application.
Architecture and Design Commission regularly offers volunteering opportunities through the National Volunteer Portal, aiming to support architects and designers in activating their role in the community engagement and the environment. This is achieved by providing easy access to suitable opportunities that match their skills and knowledge, all in one place.
Find out more about the current volunteer opportunities
Participate
Benefits of Volunteering
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Priority access to learning opportunities under DFG initiative, in addition to receiving a certificate of completing the learning opportunity .
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Priority access to volunteering opportunities under A&D subsectors, fostering collaboration between organizations and volunteer designers in diverse projects.
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Obtain a certificate of completing the volunteering opportunity from the National Volunteer Portal.
Engage
A series of in-person and virtual gatherings aimed at creating a "Design for Good" community, fostering relationships and collaboration, sharing success stories, and celebrating them
Registration on the National Volunteer Work Platform
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Click on “Login” and select “Volunteers” from the drop-down list.
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Click on “Register a Volunteer Account”
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Log in to view the available volunteer opportunities
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Complete the required personal information
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Enter the National ID number followed by the security code
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Search for “Architecture and Design Commission” in the Entities tab to view the available volunteering opportunities
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Choose a suitable volunteering opportunity
