RGD advocates best practices for both graphic designers and their clients. Our primary focus is on fighting spec work and crowdsourcing of design; promoting accessible design best practices; and providing best practices in the areas of salaries and billing practices, pro bono work and internships. If you have questions about RGD's advocacy efforts or would like the Association's assistance responding to a request for spec, please email Executive Director, Hilary Ashworth, at
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Notified by an member of RGD of a request for free creative work in an RFP for the 2014 Ontario Championships Program, RGD recently reached out to the Ontario Volleyball Association to encourage a revision to their request, which was quickly amended...- 14/03/2014
In a case that proves the effectiveness of one individual with the backing of a credible organization, CanoeKayak Canada immediately revises their RFP and hosts an ethical and successful bidding process.
- Citing the Association’s Rules of Professional Conduct, an RGD Member’s email to Downsview Services for Seniors results in immediate action and revised language to the RFP.
RGD's Executive Director reaches out to the Town of Innisfil to help them revise an RFP issued for website redesign services.
- After learning that the RFP they issued for the design of their annual report contained a spec component, Convenant House cooperates with RGD by rectifying the situation immediately.
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