Social Advocacy through Design - Course

Transform Your Passion into Impactful Design!

Embark on a transformative journey that merges graphic design with social advocacy. This course empowers you to harness your creativity to create compelling multimedia campaigns that resonate with audiences and drive social change. You'll learn essential design principles, collaborate with peers, and develop practical skills that will not only enhance your portfolio but also make a meaningful impact in your community. Get ready to revolutionize your approach to design and advocacy!

Who is it For?

• •Skill Level: Beginner - Perfect for those new to graphic design!
• •Intro: This course is designed for aspiring designers eager to harness their creativity for social good. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the thought of creating impactful campaigns or unsure about how to collaborate effectively with others, you’re not alone!
• •Audience:
  • •Students interested in graphic design and social media
  • •Non-profit organizations seeking creative talent
  • •Individuals looking to enhance their teamwork skills

Prerequisites

• •Intro: Before diving in, it’s essential to have a basic understanding of graphic design principles and familiarity with social media platforms.
• •Requirements:
  • •Basic understanding of graphic design principles
  • •Familiarity with social media platforms
  • •Willingness to collaborate and communicate effectively

What's Inside?

• •Intro: This course includes hands-on modules that cover everything from design fundamentals to campaign evaluation.
• •Modules:
  • •The Power of Design in Advocacy
  • •Collaborative Design Dynamics
  • •Graphic Design Fundamentals Unleashed
  • •Crafting Multimedia Content
  • •Strategic Campaign Implementation
  • •Evaluating Impact: The Final Frontier
• •Quizzes: Weekly quizzes to reinforce your understanding and application of key concepts.
• •Assignments: Engaging assignments that allow you to apply your skills in real-world scenarios, including creating graphics and videos for a campaign.
• •Practical Project: Collaborate in teams to create a comprehensive social media awareness campaign for a non-profit organization, producing graphics, videos, and promotional materials over 4-8 weeks.
• •Before You Start: Prepare yourself for an immersive learning experience by familiarizing yourself with basic design tools and social media platforms.
• •Books to Read: Recommended readings will help deepen your understanding of design principles and social advocacy.
• •Glossary: A glossary of key terms will be provided to support your learning journey.

What Will You Learn?

• •Intro: By the end of this course, you will have mastered essential graphic design skills tailored for social advocacy.
• •Skills:
  • •Master fundamental graphic design principles applicable to social advocacy.
  • •Develop effective teamwork and collaboration skills for design projects.
  • •Create diverse multimedia content that engages and informs audiences.

Time to Complete

8 weeks of focused learning, with a commitment of just 15-20 hours per week.

Enroll now and start making a difference with your design skills!