Design Impact Movement
Overview
The Design Impact Movement is a transformative initiative powered by Titan, aiming to channel creative design toward solving real-world challenges. Focused on issues such as climate change, poverty, and healthcare accessibility, this program encourages students and young professionals to use design as a tool for social impact. With an emphasis on innovation, mentorship, and purpose-driven enterprise building, participants are guided to transform bold ideas into tangible solutions. If you’re ready to design for impact—this is your chance to join a national movement redefining architecture and design.
Why You Should Participate
- Develop socially impactful ideas into viable enterprises with real-world relevance.
- Gain access to mentorship from leading industry experts to refine and scale your projects.
- Enhance your creative thinking with workshops focused on design thinking and idea validation.
- Turn concepts into prototypes through guided sessions and one-on-one mentoring.
- Get recognized and shortlisted for further incubation through the prestigious NEST program.
- Connect with like-minded individuals and professionals passionate about design for social change.
Key Highlights
- Eligibility: Open to students and young professionals (below 30 years of age) across India, from architecture, design, and allied fields. Individual or team entries allowed.
- Nationwide Reach: Open to participants from all parts of India.
- Hands-on Mentorship: Includes both online and in-person mentoring workshops.
- No Graduation Requirement: Open to both graduates and non-graduates.
Entry Fees
There is no entry fee to participate in the Design Impact Movement.
Prizes and Recognition
| Recognition | Details |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Based on innovation, feasibility, and social impact |
| Mentorship Opportunities | Access to personalized guidance from expert mentors |
| Final Showcase | Selected projects are presented as final prototypes |
| NEST Program Entry | Top projects may be invited to the prestigious NEST incubation program |
Submission Details
- Initial Submission: Register and submit your impactful idea online.
- Workshops: Attend virtual and live sessions including:
- The Big Picture & Idea Validation
- Mentor-Speak Sessions with small group feedback
- Live city workshops on prototyping and proof of concept
- Final Submission: Upload the prototype developed during the mentorship workshops.
- Submission Format:
- Clear explanation of the issue addressed and the proposed solution
- Visual and written documentation of the design process and prototype
- Team or individual bio (if applicable)
Important Dates
| Phase | Date/Duration |
|---|---|
| Registration & Idea Submission | Open now |
| Online Workshop Sessions | Dates to be announced (rolling participation) |
| Live City Workshops | Conducted at select partner hubs (to be notified) |
| Final Submission Deadline | After completion of live workshops |
| Shortlisting & Evaluation | Jury to review and select projects for next phase |
How to Join
- Register through the official platform.
- Submit your initial idea online.
- Participate in the online foundation and mentorship workshops.
- Attend live workshops in partner cities.
- Submit your final prototype as per submission guidelines.
Judging Criteria
- Innovation: How unique and original is the idea?
- Feasibility: Can the solution be realistically implemented?
- Social Impact: Does the idea address a pressing societal challenge effectively?
- Execution: Quality of the prototype and clarity in presentation.
- Scalability: Potential for the idea to grow and be applied widely.
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