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Communication Strategy for visibility & to drive engagement
The Digital Skills to Succeed in Asia (DS2S) project aims to enhance digital skills for better employability. The project is an international multi-stakeholder approach involving universities, private sector partners, organizations, and government across 4 nations: Germany, India, Viet Nam, & Bangladesh.
The Digital Skills to Succeed in Asia (DS2S) project, commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, aims to enhance digital skills, for better employability.
The Project is for
Non-Tech university students with a special focus on women and students from underserved regions
The Project has a
Multi-stakeholder approach involving universities, private sector partners, organisations, and government
The project will launch
Micro-credentials developed to align with digital labour market demands in Europe and Asia.
Project Nations
Crossed Design: Communication Partner for the DS2S Project
Supporting the planning, monitoring, design, and implementation of communication activities and products.
Develop a visual identity for the project, including a comprehensive style guide.
Communication Framework & Agenda
To effectively communicate the project’s objectives, engage stakeholders, and foster collaboration, The communication strategy aims to:
Establish widespread recognition of the DS2S Network among key stakeholders, especially potential partners.​
Fostering a shared understanding of project goals, progress, and opportunities among all DS2S partners.​
Generate student interest and drive adoption for digital skills and DS2S Micro-Credential and faculty development programmes.​
Project Timeline
Comprehensive Analysis
Key Stakeholder Interaction + System Map
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Design of Communication Strategy
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Implementation Plan
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Design of Project Identity
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Visual Guidance system
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DS2S Communication Strategy for Network Events
Event Microsite
Designing Digital & Print Collaterals for Network Events
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1 st Regional Networking Event to Advance Digital Skills to Succeed in Asia (DS2S)
DS2S Spring School
Rolling out of Micro-Credentials & Digital Collaterals
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Film Production for Project Visibility
Messaging Framework & Content for IEC Material
Design of Communication Materials
Communication & Design Advisory for the Project
