Icograda (the International Council of Graphic Design Associations) is
the world body for professional communication design. Founded in 1963, it is a voluntary assembly of organisations concerned with graphic design, visual communication,
design management, promotion, education, research and journalism. Icograda
promotes communication designers' vital role in society and commerce and
unifies the voices of graphic designers and visual communicators
worldwide.
Photo:© Vittorio Vieira 2005
Icograda. Leading Creatively.
The vision, mission and core values of the council are collectively embodied in the statement 'leading creatively' and manifested through our Members' diverse activities to use design as a medium for progressive change.
Communication design is an intellectual, technical and creative activity concerned not simply with the production of images but with the analysis, organisation and methods of presentation of visual solutions to communication problems.
Icograda maintains consultative status with UNESCO, UNIDO and WIPO. Icograda is a member of IFRRO and is in liaison with technical committees of ISO.
The Icograda archive comprises 1500 posters from around the world, library holdings, and a significant body of documentation relating to governance, administration and educational activities.
The Icograda Foundation was established in 1991 for the advancement of worldwide understanding and education through the effective use of graphic design. The Icograda Foundation is a company limited by guarantee in England, Registration No. 100388.
2009-2011 Executive Board