Conference Details

What did people think of the 2024 Conference?

  • "The best conference I have ever been to."

    2024 Conference Participant

  • "I was blown away by how many people, including myself; found connections and partnership opportunities through this unique way of convening people."

    2024 Conference Participant

  • "This conference drives collaboration, discussion, and big ideas to think about. I left feeling very inspired and empowered."

    2024 Conference Participant

  • "This conference reminded me that it takes the collective wisdom, creativity, and dedication of all of us to make a difference."

    2024 Conference Participant

  • "This was like, deconstruct reality in order to construct the future. I loved it."

    2024 Conference Participant

Where will we be gathering?

Emory University
Goizueta Business School
1300 Clifton Rd N E
Atlanta, GA 30322

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What themes will be covered?

Practices: Systems Thinking, Futures Thinking, Human-Centered Design, Inclusive Design, Participatory Design, Vision, Experience Strategy, Service Design, Behavior Change Design, Leading Change

Sectors: Health & Human Services, Public Health, Community Health, Social Innovation, Health Systems, Health Equity, Social Determinants of Health, Pharma & Life Sciences, Health Insurance

How many attendees?

Up to 190. For the non-profit, government, or FQHC rates, you must use your work email address and be an employee at that organization. Secure your place!

How do I become a sponsor?

Sponsoring Design for Dignity events offers a unique opportunity to align your organization with a cause dedicated to promoting ethical design practices and social impact. Our partnership enhances brand reputation and connects sponsors with a community of forward-thinking professionals and advocates. This PDF will help you understand the levels being offered. Purchase here or get in touch with Amy Heymans or Chris McCarthy directly!

Can I present?

Yes…but spots are limited. Submit your ideas here. You also can convene a group during Open Space (see below)

What is Open Space?

Part of our meeting will be in the Open Space format. This is an opportunity for attendees in real-time to co-create the agenda and then meet with others who are interested in exploring these emergent, attendee-driven topics. These are NOT presentations or lectures; they are discussions, share-outs, or anything else those in the session deem it to be. If you've never done one, you are in for a treat!

Hotel recommendations?

We do not have room blocks, but we recommend these reasonably priced hotels:

Emory Conference Center Hotel
1615 Clifton Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA, 30329
404.712.6000
$$ / 0.1 mile (walkable!)

The University Inn @ Emory
1767 N Decatur Rd
Atlanta, Georgia 30307
404.634.7327
$ / 1.1 miles

Courtyard Atlanta Executive Park/Emory
1236 Executive Park Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30329
404.728.0708
$ / 2.6 miles

What meals are included?

Breakfast is on your own! Grab a bite before heading over.

At the venue on both days, there will be:

  • All-day coffee/tea/soft drink service

  • Lunch

  • Afternoon snacks

May I get a refund or transfer my registration?

While we can't refund, we can help you transfer your spot to anyone you choose.