Lesley-Ann Noel
Dean of Design at OCAD and author of 'Design Social Change'. Leads design education through relationships and focuses on decolonizing design.
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Jun 29, 2025 • 54min
60: Making the World– Design Education and Social Change (ft. Lesley-Ann Noel, PhD)
Dr. Lesley-Ann Noel, Dean of Design at OCAD and author of 'Design Social Change,' shares her inspiring journey from Trinidad to Toronto. She dives into the dynamic relationship between design education and social change, emphasizing the importance of building community and fostering innovation. Discussing the challenges of decolonizing design, Dr. Noel advocates for curricula that blend practical skills with critical thinking. She highlights how designers can drive social justice and contribute to positive societal transformation.
Jan 30, 2024 • 38min
Design Social Change with Lesley-Ann Noel — DT101 E128
Dr. Lesley-Ann Noel, Afro-Trinidadian design educator, discusses her approach to design thinking with a focus on equity and social justice. They explore the significance of design studies and the power of individuals to make change, as well as the concept of dreaming together to create gradual change.
