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Application only
This is a curated space, meaning that an application process is required to be considered.
Cost
A community takes time and energy to provide the framework and governance.
We have tried to keep costs as low as possible at €10 per month.
Commitment
1-hour per month.
Outcomes
A safe and supportive environment for members to share their thoughts, ideas, and experiences. Members can engage in meaningful conversations, exchange feedback, and collaborate on projects without fear of judgment or criticism.
Why should you join ChangeSpace?
There are several reasons why you may be interested in joining ChangeSpace.
- Perhaps you value ongoing learning and growth, and want to hear genuine stories from people who share your experiences.
- You may be seeking to learn about established best practices and compare your own organization's progress against others.
- Alternatively, you may be looking for hands-on knowledge that can't be found in textbooks, or want to engage in more meaningful conversations with colleagues.
- Sanity checks through listening to other members discuss the complexity of their work
- Connecting with passionate, innovative designers and change-makers who are shaping the industry can be another motivating factor.
- Lastly, you may want to have regular feedback and support to ensure that you're on the right path towards achieving your goals.
How it works
Thematically focussed
Each month we agree on a theme for discussion in advance of the session and meet online for 60-minutes.
Some theme examples;
- Getting Design buy-in
- Self-care whilst working in complex environments
- How to include a sustainable approach to our work as change-makers/designers
Sharing globally
- If community members are happy to, they can record a summary of the outcomes from the session to be included in podcast format to share further afield
100% lean-in experiences
This is not a community where you will sit back and remain passive.
You get what you put in.
ChanceSpace is not a space where you will;
- Be able to self-promote your work
- Be able to flex your ego
- Be able to go and network
- Receive hundreds of messages from people
- Expect to receive passive training
Optional podcast to share our community efforts
- If community members are happy to, they can record a summary of the outcomes from the session to be included in podcast format to share further afield
Asynchronous communication
Slack or WhatsApp chats
Currently we have no plan to include asynchronous communication. Why? Well, we were one of the first adopters of Slack to promote This is HCD in 2016, and it grew to several thousand people and removed it from the Network in 2022. We did this because;
- We are all busy and more than likely are already feeling overwhelmed by mobile phones, emails and work
- We don't expect people to feel pressured to check something daily
We provide a dedicated private space
- The plan would be to build this community using Circle.io to build a private network of people who are serious and connecting and building a community
Application does not guarantee access
What You’ll Get
- 60-minute community session led by Gerry Scullion
- Access to a private dedicated space that is moderated with a code of conduct
- Curated members that adhere to our Diversity and Inclusivity policy
- All video recording shared internally (and securely)
- A dedicate ad-free This is HCD podcast feed (very easy to set up!)
I want to create a space for people who are serious about their craft. To provide focussed experiences to share powerful messages to help drive the industry forward. In affect, I want to provide a curated space that helps people cut through the noise.
Gerry Scullion, Founder of The Human Centered Design Network