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Shining a Light on Civic Design for Public Service Recognition Week
by Timothy Hoagland \ May 14, 2025
Last week’s Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW) comes on the heels of immense upheaval to the public service and civic design landscape. DotGov asked a few stakeholders to share their thoughts of encouragement and inspiration for our community.
Member Vote for the 2025-2026 AIGA DC Executive Board
by AIGA \ May 6, 2025
I Am Board: Meet Juan Pablo Madrid, AIGA DC’s Programming Director
by nbilal@dc.aiga.org \ May 5, 2025
A Guatemala native, JP started his design career in New Orleans and rose through the ranks from intern to creative director at his first agency. Additionally, his freelance design practice includes designing beer can labels!
Designers + Changemakers, DotGov Wants to Hear from You! (2025 Member Survey)
by Timothy Hoagland \ April 7, 2025
DotGov Design wants to meet the needs of designers working inside or outside government and civic tech initiatives right now. In order to make sure we are able to meet the moment, we need to hear from you! Take a few minutes to help inform the DotGov team about what the community’s current needs are.
I Am Board: Meet Aprile Smith, AIGA DC’s Design for Good Chair
by AIGA \ March 26, 2025
Aprile Smith joined AIGA DC’s board last year as our Design for Good Chair. Aprile sat down with AIGA DC for our ongoing I Am Board series highlighting the volunteers who lead our chapter. She shared her surprising undergraduate major, the professor who spearheaded her design career, her AIGA journey’s start in Baltimore, and her plans for an event on design throughout indoor spaces!!
Join the DotGov Volunteer Committee – Help Support Civic Designers and Changemakers in DC!
by Timothy Hoagland \ March 13, 2025
DotGov Design, an initiative of AIGA DC, has long focused on supporting designers working with or inside government and civic tech initiatives. 2025 is proving to be a crucial time for civic designers, and we're ready to jump back in, building space and elevating resources for the changemakers that bridge design and impact. And we want you to help us make it the best it can be by joining the committee that puts it all together!
Remembering Sylvia Harris’ Legacy 
by Stephanie Rudig \ February 26, 2025
In observance of Black History Month, we’re taking a look at the legacy of Sylvia Harris.
AIGA DC Announces 2024-2025 Recipients of Design Continuum Scholarship Fund!
by Natalie Aziz
The AIGA DC Design Continuum Scholarship Fund (DCF) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024-2025 scholarships. This locally driven initiative is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the design industry by providing direct support to creative students in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region.
Introducing AIGA DC’s Newest Board Members
by Megan Kimmitt \ November 5, 2024
20% Off Ticket to See Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean
by AIGA \ October 16, 2024
AIGA DC is thrilled to partner with ARTECHOUSE DC, a pioneering institution that fosters a profound connection between its audience and the limitless possibilities of technology, science, and creativity through immersive experiences. We found a strong connection in our shared mission to ignite inspiration, educate, and empower our community. Through this exciting partnership, we aim to provide our local community with an exclusive opportunity to enjoy the exceptional exhibits at ARTECHOUSE with a generous 20% discount on your ticket!
Join the AIGA DC Board of Directors in 2024
by AIGA \ September 2, 2024
Volunteer Spotlight – May Park
by Stephanie Rudig \ June 11, 2024
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