International Council of Graphic Design Associations

International Council of Graphic Design Associations
International Council of Graphic Design Associations
The International Council of Graphic Design Associations (Icograda) is the world body for professional graphic design and visual communication. Founded in 1963, it is a voluntary assembly of associations concerned with graphic design, visual communication, design management, design promotion and design education. Icograda promotes graphic designers' vital role in society and commerce and unifies the voices of graphic designers and visual communicators worldwide. The vision, mission and core values of the council are collectively embodied in the communication statement of 'leading creatively' which is manifested through our members diverse activities to use design as a medium for progressive change.
Icograda's Purpose
Icograda is the world's non-governmental and non-political representative and advisory body for professional graphic design and visual communication. It serves the worldwide community of graphic designers by aiming to:
* Raise the standards of design, professional practice and ethics
* Raise the professional status of the graphic designer
* Further the appreciation of designers' professional achievements
* Extend design's contribution to understanding among people
* Promote the exchange of information, views and research
* Contribute to design education - theory, practice and conduct
* Coordinate matters of professional practice and conduct
* Establish international standards and procedures
* Hold congresses, conferences, seminars and symposia
* Publish and distribute information concerned with graphic design
Icograda Secretariat
455 Saint Antoine Ouest, Suite SS 10
Montr?©al, Qu?©bec
Canada H2Z 1J1
T: +1 514 448 4949, x 226
F: +1 514 448 4948
E-mail: secretariat@icograda.org
www.icograda.org