Icograda IDA Taskforce Seeks Input From Membership

The Icograda IDA Taskforce, established by Icograda's Executive Board as an outcome of the 2007 General Assembly in La Habana, Cuba, is conducting a survey of Members to establish expectations of the International Design Alliance (IDA).

To date, the Taskforce has conducted a series of discussions on this subject with representatives of Icograda's diverse member organisations.

At the 10-11 January meeting of the Icograda Executive Board in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, representatives from the Taskforce presented these discussions and proposed the survey to broaden the discussion.

Using the survey results as input, the Taskforce will prepare detailed scenarios exploring structural possibilities for the IDA's evolution.

Each scenario will specify the possible impact on different types of members; how it might strengthen opportunities for collaboration within the IDA; and steps required for implementation.

Each scenario will include a proposed resolution for consideration by the Icograda General Assembly in Beijing, China.

The scenarios will be circulated to Members following Board approval and Members will be encouraged to seek the input of their stakeholders in advance of the General Assembly.

The agenda of the General Assembly will include an inclusive discussion to foster a clear and enlightened understanding of this most important subject, concluding in official consideration of the resolutions.