D×D initiatives offer a range of options for classroom educators, staff at community organizations, and professional designers—from initial exposure to design as a career options to industry connections that lead to hands-on experience and mentorship.
Whether you’re a design educator or a creative professional, we give you everything you need to teach the principles of design to historically excluded middle and high school youth at a critical time in their development.
11th grade Design= participant
Looking for an effective way to give your students tangible experience with design professionals? D×D Intensives connects you with industry partners who want access to new perspectives on how to solve design challenges and create inclusive workplaces, while providing the mentorship that new Black and Brown designers need to successfully start their careers.
Mari Hulick
SFSU, Director of Design Programs
If you’re passionate about creating a more diverse design profession, we’re always seeking those with lived experiences and expertise to inform our work.