DesignHer is for women and gender-diverse people who face barriers to breaking into or progressing in the creative industries. You may be a student or graduate just starting out, changing career and looking for a creative path, or already freelancing but seeking more support!

This is a pilot year, so you’ll also help co-design what the future of DesignHER looks like. You’ll be invited to our events, where your voice matters, and your ideas will shape how the network grows.

Is DesignHer free to join?

Yes! DesignHer is completely free to join. The programme is fully funded to support people from underrepresented backgrounds to access opportunities within the creative industries.

Will there be refreshments?

Yes. Light food and drink is available. We want to create a welcoming, family-friendly environment without alcohol-centred networking. Please let us know if you have specific dietary needs and we'll do our best to cater for you.

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Wednesday, January 14

DesignHer Networking: Designing Change

By Buttercrumble

Join our unique peer-powered network to support people from underrepresented backgrounds to access creative opportunities.

Date and time

Location

The Art House

Drury Lane Wakefield WF1 2TE United Kingdom

Agenda

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Welcome and registration

10:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Setting the scene

What is DesignHer? What can you expect? We'll share our exciting vision for the community.

10:45 AM - 11:30 AM

Designing change

Join us during this interactive part of the session. Together, we can co-design resources and to meet your needs in this challenging industry landscape.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

It's a wrap!

We'll summarise the session. Then – let's mingle and enjoy the refreshments and creative setting!

Good to know

Highlights

1 hour 30 minutes
all ages
In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Business • Design

DesignHer is a unique peer-powered network to support people from underrepresented backgrounds to access opportunities within the creative industries. The network was founded by Buttercrumble, a female-led design studio, who are reimagining traditional business networks by placing belonging and lived experience at its core.

The network welcomes West Yorkshire women (inclusive of trans and non-binary people) who face barriers due to class, race, disability, gender identity or caring responsibilities, to join a series of get-togethers. The sessions combine guest mentoring and peer-to-peer exchange. Plus – between events – members can access an online hub of resources to stay connected and inspired.

DesignHer is currently touring West Yorkshire with events hosted in accessible and welcoming spaces across the region.

Why attend?

Seize the opportunity to shape this unique community.
Pledge your support (no matter how big or small) to support others to find their place in the creative industries.
Engage in peer-to-peer exchange on current challenges with aspiring creatives and seasoned experts in the field.
Receive access to tailored careers resources.
Relax in a warm and welcoming, family-friendly, and accessible space.

Each session is:

☕️ Relaxed and welcoming: Think coffee club vibes, not corporate networking.

💡 Practical and inspiring: Featuring workshops, peer discussions, and guest mentors.

🫶 Family-friendly: No late nights or alcohol-centred networking, just food, ideas, and connection.

The venue

Located at The Art House in Wakefield. It's a creative space, designed to boost your inspiration!

Accessibility

This is an inclusive and easy-to-access venue. Please see The Art House's access and mobility information for further details. If you have any specific access requirements, please get in touch with studio@buttercrumble.com.

Getting here

The venue is well connected to a number of public transport links including bus and train. Wakefield Westgate railway station.

If travelling by car, the closest car park is Carter Street Car Park, WF1 1XJ.

Organized by

Buttercrumble

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