This first sprint of four is grounded in the Design Council’s Systemic Framework and focused on the theme of Explore – to study deeply and widely what is happening and actively draw in perspectives that are different from ours, including those which have historically been marginalised.

It offered Design HOPES Co-Is a focused co-working opportunity to engage in an in-depth exploration of the Thematic projects. During this sprint, we developed project action plans, developed a more comprehensive timeline, explored project impact and dissemination, and investigated opportunities for cross-thematic collaboration.