Originally posted on designcouncil.org.uk
Sarah Weir, Design Council's CEO, answers questions like "What do you think of when you hear diversity and inclusion? What impact does diversity and inclusion have on your life? How are design, diversity and inclusion linked?"
Design is…
Story originally posted on DesignCouncil.org.uk
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