Find the “sweet spot” between strategy and design—where a clear vision of where you want to go meets a curious, iterative approach to finding the best path forward—for any project or goal.
Join this interactive two-part certificate program and learn how to advance your mission by combining strategic logic, and exploratory human-centered design work. This program series is produced in partnership with the Stanford Social Innovation Review (SSIR) Program.
By the end of this program, you will leave with:
- An understanding of key concepts in design thinking
- A clear, actionable scope for your project
- Practical tools for aligning teams and sharpening focus
- A repeatable process for confidently moving from vision to tested solutions
- digital participation certificate, issued by SSIR and Stanford d.school, to demonstrate your commitment to advancing skills
This program is developed, facilitated, and presented by Thomas Both and Nadia Roumani, who have worked together for over a decade training and coaching social sector leaders to address complex systems-level challenges, steering change in government, nonprofit organizations, foundations, and social enterprises.
Session 1: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Time 10-11:30 a.m. PT / 1-2:30 p.m. ET
Session 2: Wednesday February 11, 2026
Time 10-11:30 a.m. PT / 1-2:30 p.m. ET
Cost: $249
Learn more about this workshop at Stanford Social Innovation Review.
