International Council for Graphic Design Associations (ICOGRADA)

The International Council of Graphic Design Associations (Icograda) is the world body for professional graphic design and visual communication.

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Icograda is the world's non-governmental and non-political representative and advisory body for professional graphic design and visual communication. It serves the worldwide community of graphic designers by aiming to:



* Raise the standards of design, professional practice and ethics

* Raise the professional status of the graphic designer

* Further the appreciation of designers' professional achievements

* Extend design's contribution to understanding among people

* Promote the exchange of information, views and research

* Contribute to design education - theory, practice and conduct

* Coordinate matters of professional practice and conduct

* Establish international standards and procedures

* Hold congresses, conferences, seminars and symposia

* Publish and distribute information concerned with graphic design