Resources
Research & Strategy
6 resources — Conduct research with empathy for the people who’s challenges you want to impact. Discover AC4D’s tools for developing research plans, conducting interviews, developing participatory activities, and frameworks for synthesizing insights. Learn how to define user needs, frame problems, and uncover opportunities for impactful solutions.
Prototype & Ideate
2 resources — From sketching initial ideas to creating high-fidelity prototypes, AC4D offers resources to support every stage of ideation and prototyping. Access tools for brainstorming, wireframing, and rapid prototyping, along with best practices for usability testing. Learn how to iterate on your ideas based on user feedback and build testable prototypes that bring concepts to life.
Systems Thinking
No resources — Learn to navigate complexity with AC4D’s systems thinking resources. Access tools to map ecosystems, identify key relationships, and uncover patterns within social or organizational challenges. Learn methods to frame systemic problems, design interventions, and evaluate long-term impacts. Resources focus on addressing problems holistically.
Facilitation
No resources — Practice facilitation with resources that empower you to lead collaborative conversations, workshops and design sprints. AC4D offers guides on creating shared understanding, managing group dynamics, and using visual tools to foster creativity. Learn techniques for brainstorming, conflict resolution, and decision-making to help teams align on goals and produce actionable outcomes.
Career Development
2 resources — Whether you’re a new or seasoned practitioner, prepare to navigate the next steps of your career. Find resources on building a standout portfolio, crafting résumés, and exploring your career journey. Use insights gained on your skills and aspirations to align your work with personal values, enabling a fulfilling and impactful career path.
Storytelling
No resources — Effective storytelling is essential in design, and AC4D offers resources to shape narratives and communicate ideas. Learn to craft compelling narratives through case studies, visual storytelling, and pitch presentations. Access templates and tools for structuring presentations, engaging stakeholders, and conveying the impact of your work in ways that inspire and resonate.
