Diversity means consciously dealing with variety in society, no matter what age, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, abilities, religion, ideology or social background. The aim is to create an equal environment. Diversity-oriented action gives space to different voices, values perspectives and experiences as well as promotes solidarity.

Diversity is becoming increasingly important in museum work in order to enable social participation. Museums should create a space for everybody, but mostly white, highly educated people are working there. This prevents other perspectives and stories from being included. Diversity strategies are needed to overcome these barriers and recognize privileges.

Diversity is a concept that requires the conscious handling of diverse identities, ideas and life situations in society: Diversity with the aim of creating an environment in which everyone is treated fairly.

But how can we work more intensly to keep these values in mind in everyday life? And how can we develop a visual language that works without clichés and visual characteristics?

The product we designed is a weekly calendar that deals with diversity in a museum environment. We started with friendly, light colors that are easy to combine due to their contrast. However, to draw attention to the relevance of this topic, red plays a special role in our product as a signal color.

The same approach that runs through the colors can also be found in the shapes. We have developed a modular system of harmonious and easily combinable shapes that enable a wide variety of creations in a simple and playful way. This approach helps us to make the topic interesting for the general audience and to ensure a very accessible entry point for everyone. In general, we have intentionally chosen design elements that do not represent specific characteristics in order to ensure diversity and give the viewer's imagination full rein.

Our calendar offers definitions, instructions, thought experiments, voices and examples on this topic. QR codes enable detailed information and personal research. The calendar promotes understanding for different perspectives, encourages self-reflection and collaboration. Although not everything about diversity can be learned after 52 weeks, the calendar is intended to provide an introduction and impart critical knowledge on this topic.

We have aroused your interest and you would also like to receive your own "Diversity Training" calendar? Then just write us hallo@zentralnorden.com and we will be happy to send one to you.