It’s time to unleash designers’ potential!
Design has the power to strengthen democracy, drive innovation and growth, and shape a more sustainable future.
At BEDA Design Forum 2025, designers, policymakers, and industry leaders will come together to explore how design can be the catalyst for meaningful change.
This year’s forum will focus on fostering lifelong learning, investing in research, protecting intellectual property, rebuilding trust in democracy, and shaping a safer digital future for Europe.
Through thought-provoking talks and great examples, the forum provides a space to exchange reflections and knowledge. It’s also a chance to foster inspiration and emphasise the value of meaningful conversations. Ultimately, we aim to build on the insights of the BEDA Position Paper to amplify design’s role in Europe’s sustainable growth.
Provisional Programme
- 13:30 – 14:00 Part 1: Registration: Meet & Network
- 14:00 – 14:15 Part 2: Welcome and Introduction
- 14:15 – 17:20 Part 3: Keynote Speakers and Discussions
Panel 1 Skill Up! (Peer-to-Peer Learning; Vocational Education; Science Behind Creativity)
Panel 2 Empowering Design (MADres Project; Beyond the Obvious)
Panel 3 Resilient Democracy (Design in Government; Service Design; Stronger Democracy; Democratic Design Culture)
Panel 4 Build Trust in a Digital Europe (Digital Ethics, Open Source AI; Digital Innovation; Citizen Engagement)
- 17:20 – 18:00 Part 4: Closing Remarks & Speakers Corners
- 18:00 – 19:00 Drinks & Networking!