The Design

Authority

Independent Recognition for Designs That Genuinely Respect People.

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Certified
Design for People

Independent evaluation for products, brands,interfaces and environments.
Discover the first fifty iconic designs evaluatedusing the VAND Certified  methodology or submit your own design for review.

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Design
Awards
Two international competitions are currently open forsubmission

Both competitions are judged by internationallyrecognised designers from around the world.

VAND Design Award 2027AI Design Award
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Jury Members

Karim Rashid
Lindon Leader
Sean Adams
Ken Cato
Armando Milani
Rebeca Méndenz

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Responsible
Design
Movement
A Global Community for Responsible Design

The Responsible Design Movement brings togetherdesigners, researchers and creative leaders who believe design should improvepeople's lives.
Today, the movement includes more than 170 membersfrom different countries.

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Global
Media
International media have covered Vand's research and initiatives.

From responsible design and international awards to education and social impact, VAND has been featured by media organisations around the world.

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Vand's
Publications
Research, reports and books that advance responsibledesign.
Vand Social
Responsible
Educaiton
2,500 Students Afghan Girls
4 Years Design Education

Since 2022, VAND has provided free online design education for Afghan girls whose access to education has been restricted. We believe design can create opportunity where it is needed most.

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About VAND
International

VAND International based in Lyon, France is an independent institution driven by the belief that design can change the world. We connect, educate, and empower designers through knowledge-sharing, competitions, and ethical design initiatives.

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