Break Barriers with Knowledge

Learn about compliance, laws, and acts to navigate design challenges effectively.

Inspire Change Through Design

Apply strategies at the appropriate levels of intervention.

Overcome Challenges with Insight

Debunk the myth of meritocracy, and understand the moral imperative of designing for equity.

About the Course

Dive into a transformative learning experience that equips you with the tools to embed inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility in the built environment. Addressing the key challenges faced by designers about diverse cultures in Canada, this course provides a foundational knowledge from which to grow. Take the first step towards creating impactful and meaningful designs today!

Course Curriculum

4 Chapters · 14 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction to I.D.E.A.

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      Territorial Acknowledgement

    2. Welcome & Course Overview Free preview
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      General Definitions & Terminology

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      Why I.D.E.A. is Important

  2. 2

    Motivators for Change

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      The Business Case

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      The Legal Case

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      The Moral Case

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    Embedding I.D.E.A. in Design

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      Cultural Implications

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      Power & Influence

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      Equitable Process: Foundational Intervention

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      Reflections for Change

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    Extra Bits

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      Sources & Resources

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      Vote for future content

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      Feedback Please

Meet Your Instructor

Hi, I'm Lisa, your guide on this journey. With over 35 years of experience in design and a passion for fostering inclusive environments, I'm excited to share my expertise with you. Let's break down barriers, challenge norms, and drive positive change through design together! Join me on this inspiring adventure towards creating a more inclusive design landscape.

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Enroll now to gain the knowledge and skills needed to create inclusive and impactful designs. Take the first step towards a design culture shift!

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