World Design Organization (WDO)™

The World Design Organization (WDO)™, formerly known as the International Council of Societies of Industrial Design (Icsid), is an international non-governmental organization that promotes the profession of industrial design and its ability to generate better products, systems, services, and experiences; better business and industry; and ultimately a better environment and society.

From 12 founding professional design associations in 1957, WDO has grown to include over 140 member organizations from 40 nations, engaging them in collaborative efforts and providing them with the opportunity to be heard internationally.

Members approved a motion at the last general assembly in October 2015 to renew the vision and mission and to change the name of the organization to World Design Organization. A new visual identity was unveiled on 29 June for World Industrial Design Day 2016, and the new name took effect on 1 January 2017 as we launch our 60th anniversary celebrations.

WDO has United Nations Special Consultative Status.

http://wdo.org