Because today’s complex global challenges cannot be solved in isolation. The GDTA connects institutions worldwide to advance Design Thinking and shape a collaborative, sustainable future.
Today, GDTA unites 42 member institutions in 25 countries across five continents – creating the most vibrant global community of Design Thinking educators and practitioners
We connect.
We share.
We collaborate.
GDTA d.conference
In a world facing increasing uncertainty, complexity, and inequality, design must rise as a force not only for innovation but for compassion, responsibility, and impact. D.Conference 2025 invites the global Design Thinking community to reflect on and co-create how design can serve humanity, address systemic challenges, and contribute to a more just and sustainable world.
Spotlight event series
Michael Lewrick, bestselling author of The Design Thinking Playbook and AI and Innovation, leads an inspiring session exploring how Artificial Intelligence is transforming Design Thinking practices worldwide.
GDTA d.confestival
In 2022, we had many reasons to celebrate: Students have been learning at the HPI School of Design Thinking for 15 years now, and we have been connecting the international Design Thinking community with the Global Design Thinking Alliance (GDTA) for five years.
