One of the primary and important mandates of DICRC is to collaborate with various organisations in initiatives that showcase, promote and celebrate the rich craft traditions of India and the impeccable skillfulness of the Indian craftspeople who give shape to the numerous celebrated craft forms of our nation. The initiatives undertaken by the centre is collaborative with different university or professional or organisation, and may vary in the activities conducted and outcomes achieved.
The initiatives have led to a number of seminars, presentations and talks, exhibitions and live craft demonstration within national craft fairs and summits.