Co-design is everywhere - what is it? What is our role? How do we know if it’s good?

📋 Session description

In this practical session, you’ll get tools and stories and learn about:

What co-design is and is not
The mindsets for co-design
The skills we already have
How to recognise co-design and tell it apart from other approaches
The different roles within co-design (there is a role for everyone)
Some elements of good co-design, using the Model of Care for Co-design
When not to co-design (or not yet)

You won't learn how to deliver workshops or facilitate co-design. Like any skill, co-design takes time, experience and supervision to develop.

🧠 Who is this course for

This is an introductory course. Participants may have significant experience in other fields, but may not have been exposed to design approaches by beyond sticky notes. We welcome people of all backgrounds. If you're not sure if this course is for you, or to enquire about other training options contact KA.

🗝 Investment

Individual: $390 AUD + GST. Place confirmed on payment. You can pay by invoice or card.

Discounts are available for

First Nations practitioners ($200 + GST)
Young people aged under 25 ($180 + GST)
Groups of three ($1,050 + GST)

We have two free places for community members from marginalised backgrounds living in Australia eager to learn about co-design, but whose financial circumstances won't allow them to pay for this training. If you're unsure about what option to select, or want to talk about payment options, contact KA.

🖥️ The workshop format

A mix of experiential learning, stories and accessible theory, with breaks every 50 minutes, and a half-hour break for lunch (you're cooking). Ahead of the session, you’ll receive a 10-ish minute task. After the session, you get materials to support your practice. Learn more about what to expect here.

💌 Questions or requests

You'll be asked about accessibility needs at the check-out. For other questions or requests, please contact KA.

Contact the host of Understanding Co-design - April 2026