get involved
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The 2026 Theme
Beyond buying a ticket, there are many ways to be part of DDC26.
Whether you want to share your knowledge, showcase your work, bring your students, or build a meaningful presence — all applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Join a committee
Apply to be part of the DDC26 Committee and contribute to shaping one of the most impactful design and creative events of the year. Committee members play a vital role in planning, coordinating, and delivering a successful experience for speakers, exhibitors, partners, and attendees. Join a passionate team of professionals and volunteers working together to create meaningful connections, inspiring conversations, and unforgettable experiences throughout DDC26.
Join a committee
Apply to be part of the DDC26 Committee and contribute to shaping one of the most impactful design and creative events of the year. Committee members play a vital role in planning, coordinating, and delivering a successful experience for speakers, exhibitors, partners, and attendees. Join a passionate team of professionals and volunteers working together to create meaningful connections, inspiring conversations, and unforgettable experiences throughout DDC26.
Partner with dEX
We work with a small number of aligned organisations who want to be genuinely embedded in Africa’s creative ecosystem — not just visible at an event. Strategic partnership roles include Ecosystem Enabler, Dimension Leader, and Platform Integration Partner, each with activation, recognition, and community benefits.
Host a session
We’re inviting creatives, founders, and changemakers to host sessions across People, Planet, or Profit days of the conference. If you’ve got knowledge worth passing on, we’re giving you the oportunity to do so. Submit your talks, workshops and masterclasses, Pitch your session and let’s keep the conversation going.
Host a session
We’re inviting creatives, founders, and changemakers to host sessions across People, Planet, or Profit days of the conference. If you’ve got knowledge worth passing on, we’re giving you the oportunity to do so. Submit your talks, workshops and masterclasses, Pitch your session and let’s keep the conversation going.
Become a volunteer
Be part of the crew that makes DDC26 happen. We’re looking for volunteers ready to jump into the action — helping with opps, supporting sessions and stages, media, and keeping three days of talks, workshops, and Spacebar energy running smooth.
Apply to be part of DDC26
All applications and enquiries are reviewed on a rolling basis. We respond to every message sent to us.