Community

We make the Digital Society School

The Digital Society School is made by many of us. Students, researchers, relations in business and government and university staff form an ever growing network of kindred spirits. However, below are the people that work on making DSS a success on a day to day basis. Do you have a question? One of these people is sure to answer it.

Abdelrahman Hassan
Digital Society School
Egypt
Abdelrahman Hassan

digital transformation designer

Digital Society School Egypt

Abdelrahman lives on the intersection between software, critical theory, data, and poetry. His interests include memetics, internet geographies, technical utopias/dystopias and depictions of e-governance. His overarching goal is to bridge critical theory with digital practice and to limit accessibility gaps and hurdles to open access to knowledge.

Project: Habits for HealthProject: Anti Harassement ChatbotsProject: GGD Data SynergyProject: Data Driven Healthcare
AJ Magee
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
United States
AJ Magee

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences United States

No bio

Project: Climate Change Solutions Spring 2019
Alec Stewart
The Hague University of Applied Sciences
United States
Alec Stewart

learner

The Hague University of Applied Sciences United States

No bio

Project: Intention Mirror
Anca-Maria Murgoci
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Romania
Anca-Maria Murgoci

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Romania

Goal oriented and driven to make a difference. Open minded and curious about using new tools and techniques, in order to develop solutions in the digital and physical world, that are sustainable and with a social impact. I enjoy walking in nature, cooking, listening to radio drama, and reading biographies & memoirs books.

Portfolio
Andréa Casarin
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Andréa Casarin

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

I am a visual designer with more than 10 years of international experience working with different assignments/ companies. I am a conceptual thinker who loves to explore the several perspectives of a problem. I love to exchange knowledge and experiences, thats’s when great ideas and best solutions come to life. I know from experience that exchange with others can give a big boost to our creative process. I am communicative; I speak Portuguese, Dutch, English and Italian. (-; ɹoɯnɥ ɟo ǝsuǝs ɥʇᴉʍ ɹǝʞuᴉɥʇ lɐnʇdǝɔuoɔ ɐ ɯ’I

Portfolio Project: Online Community For Museum Education
Andrea Nesta
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Italy
Andrea Nesta

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Italy

No bio

Project: Justice in the Digital Society
Andy Docket
University of the Arts
United Kingdom
Andy Docket

learner

University of the Arts United Kingdom

No bio

Project: Climate Change Solutions Fall 2018
Angelo Moestadja
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Angelo Moestadja

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Smart Grow Kit I
Angelo Croes
Señor Social
Netherlands
Angelo Croes

learner

Señor Social Netherlands

Online Activator @ Señor Social

Portfolio
Anisha Sivakumaran
Maastricht Academy of Media Design and Technology
Netherlands
Anisha Sivakumaran

learner

Maastricht Academy of Media Design and Technology Netherlands

No bio

Project: Smart Grow Kit I
Anna Aris
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Anna Aris

digital transformation designer

Digital Society School Netherlands

As the Digital Transformation Designer of the new Design Across Cultures track and with a background in anthropology, I am fascinated by the ways in which human beings produce, communicate and maintain certain 'ways of knowing' - through dialogue as well as through an infrastructure of digital and non-digital artifacts. In other words, what ensures that some people's world views are taken for granted, while others views are neglected or altogether invisible - and how does this influence the process of designing new digital tools? I truly believe such questions are essential to consider in pursuing more ethical digital development.

Project: Jeroen Pithuis
Anneke van Woerden
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Anneke van Woerden

impact producer

Digital Society School Netherlands

I work on tools, events and content that bring in sustainability and social impact. I coordinate the Global Goals Jam and develop the Global Goals Box. From time to time, I try to spark up our learner teams with some energisers when needed and team culture tools.

Anushree Jain
National Institute of Design
India
Anushree Jain

learner

National Institute of Design India

No bio

Portfolio Project: Intention Mirror
Aslı Erdem
Bilkent University
Turkey
Aslı Erdem

learner

Bilkent University Turkey

I am an architect and researcher who has great hopes for the future of the world and humanity. I am highly interested in the relationship we create between the built environment and new technologies. Also, I am a big fan of interactive art and architecture!

Portfolio Project: Urban Ecosystems
Assia Kraan
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Assia Kraan

track owner

Digital Society School Netherlands

A sustainable human centred digital society is what I am passionate about as opposed to a technology and profit driven society. I am responsible for connecting consortiums of stakeholders around the trend 'Digital to Physical'.

Namrata Babu
Kishinchand Chellaram College
India
Namrata Babu

learner

Kishinchand Chellaram College India

No bio

Project: Climate Change Solutions Fall 2018
Barbara Boeters
University of Amsterdam
Netherlands
Barbara Boeters

learner

University of Amsterdam Netherlands

No bio

Project: The Ceed: a tool to aid the frontrunners in the green energy transition
Batuhan Köksal
The Hague University of Applied Science
Netherlands
Batuhan Köksal

learner

The Hague University of Applied Science Netherlands

UI / UX Design Student 21

Portfolio Project: Augmented Printing
Bauke Bakker
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Bauke Bakker

impact producer

Digital Society School Netherlands

My name is Bauke, alumni of the MediaLAB Amsterdam, which is now the Digital Society School. I'm energetic as a bouncy ball, enthousiastic like a golden retriever working like a miner. I want to make beautiful content in the field I have strong affection with, technology, society, design and culture!

Minatsu Homma
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Japan
Minatsu Homma

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Japan

No bio

Portfolio Project: Augmented Printing
Burak Inan
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Burak Inan

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

Hi, Burak here. As a coding wizard, I use my magical powers to create awesome mobile apps, mesmerizing websites and all sorts of useful programs!

Portfolio Project: Aim for the Experience
Carlo De Gaetano
Digital Society School
Italy
Carlo De Gaetano

digital transformation designer

Digital Society School Italy

I am an information designer and photographer, interested in visual content analysis, images as data and the mapping of social issues. I research ways to re-purpose existing visual formats by experimenting with both digital and non-digital tools.

Project: Climate Protest Lab for Data-Driven DreamsProject: Climate Change Solutions Spring 2019Project: Climate Change Solutions Fall 2018
Casper Piket
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Casper Piket

impact producer & ux designer

Digital Society School Netherlands

No bio

Portfolio
Changqing Su
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Changqing Su

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

A learner eager to contribute to the public good

Project: Transforming Social Care
Christine Yan

Netherlands
Christine Yan

learner

Netherlands

Up until now I have mainly focused on the theoretical side of Media. Therefore I’m excited to be working together with people from different fields of expertise, who can offer me new perspectives. I want to learn more about practical skills and gain a better understanding on programming and design.

Project: Aim for the Experience
Claudia Gerrits
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Claudia Gerrits

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

My name is Claudia Gerrits, 22 years old and a fourth-year HBO-ICT Game Development student. My character can be described as friendly, trustworthy, optimistic, practical and realistic. Furthermore, I am a hard worker, team player, creative and ambitious.

Portfolio Project: Behavioral Change For A Sustainable Future
Charlotte Petertil
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
United States
Charlotte Petertil

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences United States

I am a graphic designer with a background in branding and advertising. I am interested in how design can help shape the future, encourage positive societal change and influence policymakers.

Portfolio Project: GGD Data Synergy
Crystal Shan
University of Michigan School of Information
China
Crystal Shan

learner

University of Michigan School of Information China

No bio

Project: Data Driven Healthcare
Dimitrios Vlachopoulos
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Greece
Dimitrios Vlachopoulos

program manager

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Greece

I am Greek (from Athens) but I currently live in Amsterdam and I am Program Manager of the Track "Educational Technology for Social Change" at Digital Society School (Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences). On ground, I have worked as full-time Faculty at the University of Barcelona, the Autonomous University of Barcelona, the University of California at Berkeley, the European University Cyprus and Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences. As far as Distance & Online Education are concerned, I have collaborated with UK Universities (Liverpool, Roehampton and Essex), as well as Walden University, the Open University of Catalonia and the Open University of Cyprus mainly teaching in post-graduate and doctorate programs. As far as my education is concerned, I got my PhD. in Distance Education and Instructional Technology from the University of Barcelona (Department of Research Methods and Diagnostics in Education). I also have 5 master degrees in a) Teaching and Learning in Digital Environments, b) Educational Assessment and Program Evaluation, c) Southeast European Studies, d) Management of Organizations in the Economy of Knowledge and e) Evaluation and Quality Management in Higher Education. My research focuses on new and emerging pedagogies, instructional design, digital transformation, teachers' training and professional development and quality assurance in distance education. In 2015 I was the winner of the International "David Wilson Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning", which gave me funding and the opportunity to start a research on quality assurance e-learning course design standards among various universities worldwide. Since 2019 I am Senior Fellow of the Higher Education academy and in January 2020 I became fellow of the Royal Academy of Arts.

Portfolio
Daan Walder
University of the Arts Utrecht
Netherlands
Daan Walder

trainee

University of the Arts Utrecht Netherlands

I see my goal as a designer to come up with creative solutions to today’s problems. By closely observing people’s behavior, I want to get to the core of these problems. I then apply my knowledge of new technologies to design a suitable solution.

Portfolio Project: Physical Cybersecurity
Dan Xu
Digital Society School
China
Dan Xu

digital transformation designer

Digital Society School China

As our society is going through the rapid digitalization now, my research interest lies in how to preserve or even transcend the seemingly lost physicality, can we make our environment smarter without making ourselves stupider?

Project: Inclusive ArenAProject: Justice in the Digital SocietyProject: Connected CampusProject: Smarter Campus
Dania Awin
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Dania Awin

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: GGD Data Synergy
Diamila Deme
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
France
Diamila Deme

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences France

I am a 3rd year student studying Business Innovations. A Global citizen with a passion for human relations and human centered design. Curious and creative with a goal to make a difference and a positive impact.

Project: Digital Workforce Automation
Diego López
Digital Society School
Spain
Diego López

learner

Digital Society School Spain

Software developer focused on mobile applications, with previous studies of Architecture, I'm interested in learning more about big data, data analysis and online privacy and security. I love music, films, history and meeting unconventional people.

Project: GGD Data Synergy
Dikshant Agarwal
IIT Bombay
India
Dikshant Agarwal

learner

IIT Bombay India

No bio

Project: Innovation Arena Fall 2018
Dino Zubanovic
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Dino Zubanovic

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

Social science student from Split, Croatia. Passionate about topics which includes society movements, design, art and environment.

Project: Transforming Social Care
Ellen McCarthy
VU Amsterdam
Australia
Ellen McCarthy

learner

VU Amsterdam Australia

With a background in Visual Communication and Conceptual Design, I have also recently completed my MA in Design Cultures at VU Amsterdam, with my research thesis focusing on researching cultural shifts within consumerism). I am interested in exploring and developing solutions to problems of sustainability and social engagement. Also passionate about dogs and beer!

Portfolio Project: Changing Behavior in Waste Management
Emma Beauxis-Aussalet
Digital Society School
France
Emma Beauxis-Aussalet

senior track associate

Digital Society School France

My background includes design, engineering and research. Combining these can support great societal developments and I'm delighted to develop their synergy at DSS. I love gaining and sharing knowledge, having crazy ideas and exploring hidden corners. My PhD topic is classification uncertainty, where many hidden corners need more attention.

Emre Erim
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Emre Erim

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

Doing an internship

Project: Innovation Arena Spring 2019
Eva van Haren
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Eva van Haren

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

My name is Eva, I'm 20 years old and I'm from the Netherlands. I am currently doing my bachelor's in Game Development and I am in my second year. Besides that, I'm really interested in sociology and philosophy and using these perspectives to look at innovative technologies. Also, I like cats and video games!

Project: Security in the Data Era
Evelien Christiaanse
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Evelien Christiaanse

digital transformation designer

Digital Society School Netherlands

I am a geographer turned media researcher passionate about researching the relationship between people and technology. My goal is to learn how to translate theory to practice together with a multidisciplinary team.

Project: Social Listening for Tour DesignProject: Innovation Arena Spring 2019Project: Innovation Arena Fall 2018Project: Aim for the Experience
Federica Marrella
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Italy
Federica Marrella

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Italy

I'm an Italian activist and industrial designer based in The Netherlands. In July 2019 I graduated at the Royal Academy of Arts Den Haag completing the Master Industrial Design course with a thesis based on understanding the correlation between the industrial design field and the current patriarchal system.

Project: Changing Behavior in Waste Management
Felipe Escobar Vega
Digital Society School
Colombia
Felipe Escobar Vega

instrument designer

Digital Society School Colombia

I aim to understand the needs of people and help designing instruments to have impact on society. I believe that putting people's needs as a basis and seeing how technology can help cater to those needs is the best way to build an inclusive and ethical digital society.

Portfolio Project: The Ceed: a tool to aid the frontrunners in the green energy transition
Floris van der Werk
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Floris van der Werk

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Smarter Campus
Francesca Argenziano
Delft University of Technology
Italy
Francesca Argenziano

learner

Delft University of Technology Italy

BSc in Aerospace Engineering with Minor in Project Development and Business Administration.

Project: Government as a Platform
Francisco Palavecino
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Chile
Francisco Palavecino

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Chile

My approach business-critical challenges with one foot anchored in the human-centric design perspective, and the other in the reality of organisations, business models, and explorative innovation processes. Passionate about people and behaviours, working strategically towards innovation and change.

Project: Justice in the Digital Society
Gideon Asamoah
The Hague University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Gideon Asamoah

learner

The Hague University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

I'm a Dutch student at The Hague University of Applied Science. I'm following my internship here and looking foward to learn more from these amazing people.

Portfolio Project: Justice in the Digital Society
Gijs Gootjes
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Gijs Gootjes

head of strategy & organisation

Digital Society School Netherlands

It’s my role to bring together societal challenges, expertise from organizations and thoroughness of science. Building a learning community, where change takes shape. A community with focus, speed and optimism, to have impact on business and society.

Gijs Huisman
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Gijs Huisman

senior track associate

Digital Society School Netherlands

I have a broad interest in people-technology relations, but particularly in technology’s role in social interactions. I have a PhD on Social Touch Technology and love to translate theoretical knowledge into practice and philosophize about the implications. I am also co-founder of startup House of Haptics where I work on haptic technology to connect people.

Ginger Ultee
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Ginger Ultee

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Intention Mirror
Gustavo Niño
Digital Society School
Colombia
Gustavo Niño

learner

Digital Society School Colombia

I am deeply interested in developing ways and tools to reduce breaches, within society, through technology and collaboration. My background is on Business Administration and I have worked as Creativity and Innovation consultant and trainer for the past 5 years.

Portfolio Project: Innovation Arena Spring 2019
Helena Mäeorg
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Estonia
Helena Mäeorg

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Estonia

Hey! I am a UX/UI designer from Estonia. Completed UX Design studies in The Hague and worked in Barcelona, Paris and now Amsterdam on different UX and UI related projects. I am a people person, energetic and extremely curious about the world around us. I like parties, potted plants & collecting postcards.

Project: Digital Workforce Automation
Hugo Hruska
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Hugo Hruska

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Portfolio Project: Smart Grow Kit II
Ilaria Zonda
Digital Society School
Italy
Ilaria Zonda

digital transformation designer

Digital Society School Italy

I love to combine user-centered design skills and my creativity in everything I do. I find very stimulating to mix different disciplines and cultures for a greater impact.

Portfolio Project: Toys4TherapyProject: Urban EcosystemsProject: Smart Grow Kit IIProject: Smart Grow Kit I
Iskander Smit
INFO
Netherlands
Iskander Smit

digital society ambassador

INFO Netherlands

Iskander Smit is innovation director at Amsterdam based digital agency INFO. Iskander is also a visiting professor at Delft University of Technology. He is co-director of Cities of Things Delft Design Lab, chairman of Dutch chapter of ThingsCon and organiser at Behavior Design AMS.

Portfolio
Iyke Okaro
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Nigeria
Iyke Okaro

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Nigeria

I have a keen interest in harnessing the potentials of usually under-utilised data to design and make systems more reliable.

Project: Online Community For Museum Education
Jacintha Scheerder
We the Future
Netherlands
Jacintha Scheerder

digital society ambassador

We the Future Netherlands

Mesmerized by the future Jacintha is (re)searching what tomorrow will bring. She's a phrenetic future-thinker and -dreamer, fond of using different scientific foresight methods to bring the unthinkable and 'unknowns' a bit closer.

Jake Henderson
Digital Society School
United States
Jake Henderson

instrument developer

Digital Society School United States

A multifaceted developer, analyst, and tech enthusiast, Jake specializes in Python and web development. His particular interests include cybersecurity, data mining, and business intelligence. He doesn’t usually talk in third person, and enjoys making applications that are bug-free and idiot-proof. Also, Jake loves a long bike ride, debating American politics, and globetrotting.

Portfolio Project: The Ceed: a tool to aid the frontrunners in the green energy transition
Jeroen Groeneveld
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Jeroen Groeneveld

talent and process coordinator

Digital Society School Netherlands

No bio

Jessica Ciucci
Miss
Italy
Jessica Ciucci

learner

Miss Italy

No bio

Project: Climate Change Solutions Spring 2019
Jien Wakasugi
Kyushu University
Japan
Jien Wakasugi

learner

Kyushu University Japan

I study industrial design and information technology. My interests are interaction design and robots. I'm so thrilled about joining DSS with other international students.

Project: Smart Grow Kit II
James Ric-Hansen
Avans University of Applied Sciences
South Africa
James Ric-Hansen

learner

Avans University of Applied Sciences South Africa

No bio

Project: Changing Behavior in Waste Management
Joel Ruhe
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Joel Ruhe

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Smart Grow Kit I
John Baaij
University of Applied Sciences Hogeschool Leiden
Netherlands
John Baaij

learner

University of Applied Sciences Hogeschool Leiden Netherlands

No bio

Project: Innovation Arena Spring 2019
Joost Plattel

Netherlands
Joost Plattel

digital society ambassador

Netherlands

I’m Joost Plattel, a data-strategist. I help organizations and individuals develop and build strategies for data-related questions and opportunities. I create experimental models, data visualizations, APIs and dashboards to solve these questions or explore the opportunities. The question I try to answer is: How do we use all the data generated every second? How do we turn it into information, to knowledge and finally wisdom? I’m often asked to give lectures and talks about data, experiments, ethics and difficult or weird questions to make people think.

Portfolio
Jorik Elferink
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Jorik Elferink

dxc mooc design

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Jurriën Wind
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Jurriën Wind

operations manager

Digital Society School Netherlands

As operations managers it is my responsibility that things run smoothly. I aim to organize and develop operational processes that are both flexible and sustainable in order to support the DSS-community in achieving their goals.

Kirill Climin
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Uzbekistan
Kirill Climin

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Uzbekistan

A 22 years old, originally coming from Uzbekistan. After graduation from a high school in United Arab Emirates, I have pursued a BA degree in the Netherland.

Project: Transforming Social Care
Kazumitsu Yoshida
Neuromagic Amsterdam
Netherlands
Kazumitsu Yoshida

dxc ambassador japan

Neuromagic Amsterdam Netherlands

Working as a creative director with 20 years experience at Ad creative, I am connecting Europe and Japan. I work for companies, universities, NPOs and public sectors with my creative skills, challenge sprit and lots of love.

Keisha Charles
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Keisha Charles

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Behavioral Change For A Sustainable Future
Krassimira Rozendal
Soft Academy
Bulgaria
Krassimira Rozendal

learner

Soft Academy Bulgaria

No bio

Project: Innovation Arena Fall 2018
Lama
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Lama

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

I'm a designer, an artist at heart and a writer; a firm believer in honest and purposeful creations and a documentation fanatic. I am a very active person who is easily adaptable to new contexts. I'm mostly interested in the dynamics of cities, experimenting with new ways of self expression and paper.

Portfolio Project: Security in the Data Era
Laura Condini Turqueto
DSS
Brazil
Laura Condini Turqueto

learner

DSS Brazil

I am Brazilian and a very positive person. I love exploring nature and I'm fascinated by the opportunity to understand life from different perspectives. I deeply believe in the power of creativity and design as a key success factor. My life motto is to bridge the gap between the environmental and the innovation field, helping institutions to shift their mindset and inspiring them towards a circular economy, developing services and products that generate real impact and value in people's lives.

Project: Connected Campus
Lauren Lundholm
Design Academy Eindhoven
United Kingdom
Lauren Lundholm

learner

Design Academy Eindhoven United Kingdom

No bio

Project: Government as a Platform
Leonardo Almeida
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Leonardo Almeida

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

Educator turned graphic designer, then turned UX designer. Passionate about the maker culture and meaningfully impacting the world.

Portfolio Project: Augmented Printing
Li-Hsin Chang

Taiwan
Li-Hsin Chang

learner

Taiwan

Focus on better climate change governance and communications.

Project: Climate Change Solutions Spring 2019
Linda Sophie Nisslbeck
University of Applied Sciences Würzburg
Germany
Linda Sophie Nisslbeck

learner

University of Applied Sciences Würzburg Germany

No bio

Portfolio Project: Climate Change Solutions Spring 2019
Line Sandborgh
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Line Sandborgh

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Portfolio Project: Justice in the Digital Society
Loredana Boghea
The Hague University of Applied Sciences
Romania
Loredana Boghea

learner

The Hague University of Applied Sciences Romania

No bio

Project: Innovation Arena Spring 2019
Madeleine Assadi
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Sweden
Madeleine Assadi

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Sweden

Hi! I am a walking lyric encyclopedia but primarily I am a UX, UI and product designer from Stockholm. My passion lies in both function and beauty, I believe that they go hand in hand. Beauty sells, function retain. I aim to create innovative and sustainable products for the future.

Portfolio Project: Physical Cybersecurity
Maitrayee Sohni
Rochester Institute of Technology
India
Maitrayee Sohni

learner

Rochester Institute of Technology India

No bio

Project: Smart Grow Kit I
Manlio Massimetti
"La Sapienza" University of Rome
Italy
Manlio Massimetti

learner

"La Sapienza" University of Rome Italy

Graduated with honors in Design, Visual and Multimedia Communication with a final project in Data Visualization (BRONZE at the Kantar Information is Beautiful Awards), I continue the research and the study in the field of Information Design. I love to find new ways to tell facts and stories using all the communication tools that digital makes avail

Portfolio
Mansi Mistry
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
India
Mansi Mistry

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences India

I am a self -motivated & dynamic professional with experience in Project management and Business Process Management. Inspired by technology, I want to put my cross industry knowledge and experience to use for designing sustainable solutions for organizations.

Project: Digital Workforce Automation
Immanuel von Detten
Stuttgart Media University
Germany
Immanuel von Detten

learner

Stuttgart Media University Germany

No bio

Project: Data Driven Healthcare
Marco van Hout
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Marco van Hout

head of programmes & impact

Digital Society School Netherlands

I make sure that all DSS programmes result in engaging, meaningful and impactful (lifelong) learning experiences, for students and professionals. I integrate the Sustainable Development Goals, design methodology and the latest technology in our work.

Portfolio
Margreet Riphagen
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Margreet Riphagen

track program coordinator

Digital Society School Netherlands

Within this program I prep post-master trainees to locally have impact on global issues. Facilitating them with the right sources, tools, methods and environment. In the Data Driven Transformation track, I want to empower people to be at their best in this increasingly growing data driven society.

Mari Pinheiro
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Mari Pinheiro

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Smart Grow Kit II
Mariana Pinheiro
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Mariana Pinheiro

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

I design for a positive social change! My creations have a human-centered approach and bring a message of awareness to today's most challenging problems. Humans, nature, and machines need to evolve together, in harmony and I want to create a better future for the world through my designs.

Portfolio
Maria Nino
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Colombia
Maria Nino

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Colombia

No bio

Project: Changing Behavior in Waste Management
Martijn van der Meer

Netherlands
Martijn van der Meer

learner

Netherlands

No bio

Project: The Ceed: a tool to aid the frontrunners in the green energy transition
Nayla Masood
National Institute of Design
India
Nayla Masood

learner

National Institute of Design India

Interested in making interactive installations, tangible interfaces and digital products – backed up by clear concepts and in-depth research, I believe in creating innovative and meaningful user experiences that empower people and align with their needs.

Project: Connected Campus
Max Groen
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Max Groen

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Smarter Campus
Merel van der Woude
Butterfly Works
Netherlands
Merel van der Woude

digital society ambassador

Butterfly Works Netherlands

Merel is the creative director of social design studio, Butterfly Works. She leads co-creation processes all over the world to ensure end users are involved in the design of new and innovative education and communication solutions within international development.

Portfolio
Merijn Kleinreesink
Hyperisland
Netherlands
Merijn Kleinreesink

learner

Hyperisland Netherlands

No bio

Project: Data Driven Healthcare
Merlijn
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Merlijn

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: GGD Data Synergy
Mick Jongeling
Digital Society School,
Netherlands
Mick Jongeling

digital transformation designer

Digital Society School, Netherlands

I am a Dutch designer of probing, critical and engaging things. My main interests are design ethics and sustainability, which I try to materialise through speculative design, participatory research or data physicalisation.

Portfolio Project: Physical CybersecurityProject: Augmented PrintingProject: Security in the Data EraProject: Intention Mirror
Mokhtar Hussein
Budapest University of Technology and Economics
Egypt
Mokhtar Hussein

learner

Budapest University of Technology and Economics Egypt

No bio

Project: Climate Change Solutions Fall 2018
Mudita Singh
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Mudita Singh

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

Actively looking for new experiences, career development and skill upgradation.

Project: Urban Ecosystems
Martin van der Wolf
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Martin van der Wolf

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

Game Development Student interested in bringing people together through the use of technology!

Project: Smart Grow Kit II
Nicoleta Pana
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Nicoleta Pana

instrument designer

Digital Society School Netherlands

Digital Designer & Creative Developer. My work is connected to themes like Technology (+/- Society), Global Finance, Digital Economies, Cities (of the Future) and Politics (Journalism, Discourse, Communication, Regulation). I develop and design communication, dissemination and deliberation tools that can (re)configure various versions of the future, encourage decision-making and nurture growth.

Portfolio
Natalia Agafonova
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Russia
Natalia Agafonova

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Russia

EDUCTION: 09/2013 — 06/2017: BA (HONS) Graphic Design University of Hertfortshire. UK issued international 1st class honours diploma. WORK EXPERIENCE: 11/2018 — now: Freelance Graphic Designer 09/2017 — 10/2018: Junior Designer at Design studio Art.Lebedev, Moscow. 06 / 2016 — 08/2016: Design intern Design studio Autobahn, Utrecht.

Portfolio Project: Augmented Printing
Neel Koradia
National Institute Of Design
India
Neel Koradia

learner

National Institute Of Design India

No bio

Project: Security in the Data Era
Nick Verouden
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Nick Verouden

programme manager design across cultures

Digital Society School Netherlands

My background is in cultural anthropology, and I have a PhD on conversations among stakeholders in complex international collaborations, paying particular attention to the significance of issues that are not discussed.

Nour Sadat
German University in Cairo
Egypt
Nour Sadat

learner

German University in Cairo Egypt

A graphic design graduate with a passion for all things visual. I'm interested in storytelling through design and creating experiences while exploring different media. I have no preferred platform regarding digital or physical as long as it is the more meaningful one for the project (or both together!), makes the user feel something and triggers change. I believe in small actions and changing individuals rather than changing the world. I love users, love design, love photography, cheese, the mountains, and the sun.

Portfolio Project: The Ceed: a tool to aid the frontrunners in the green energy transition
Nozomi Oka
Kyushu University
Japan
Nozomi Oka

learner

Kyushu University Japan

No bio

Project: Innovation Arena Fall 2018
Ola Bonati
1992
Netherlands
Ola Bonati

learner

1992 Netherlands

I am passionate about new media their application in creating digital environment more accessible to a wider audience. Currently working with my team on reimagining the future of policing,

Project: Security in the Data Era
Olina Terzi
Digital Society School
Greece
Olina Terzi

digital transformation designer

Digital Society School Greece

I'm a Designer and Researcher fascinated by the triptych of cities, technology and people. With a background in Architecture and Business Development and professional experience designing urban solutions in African, Chinese, European and North American contexts, I am currently conducting applied research on the field of Smart Cities, by coaching multidisciplinary teams designing digital products and services in the field of urban and civic innovation.

Project: Transforming Social CareProject: Government as a Platform
Parvaneh Pasandi
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Iran
Parvaneh Pasandi

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Iran

Masters students of economics at university of Siena with high passion about circular economy.

Project: Behavioral Change For A Sustainable Future
Patricia F. Mancebo May
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Argentina
Patricia F. Mancebo May

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Argentina

With a background in Sociology, Education and Research I have worked as a teacher in primary, secondary education and at a professional level. I also have experience as an academic and UX researcher and, most recently, as an e-learning consultant. Education, research and ICT are my passions and would like to explore the link between e-learning with a user-centered perspective to bring quality education to our societies.

Project: Online Community For Museum Education
Paul den Hertog

Netherlands
Paul den Hertog

innovation consultant

Netherlands

No bio

Pavel van Deutekom
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Pavel van Deutekom

impact producer

Digital Society School Netherlands

I am responsible for the recruitment and onboarding processes of all learners. Besides that I am the Digital Society School fixer. Give me a thousand different tasks, stakeholders and seemingly impossible challenges and I’m in my element.

Peipei Yang
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Peipei Yang

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Online Community For Museum Education
Luca Guagliardo
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Luca Guagliardo

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Smart Grow Kit II
Patricia Franco Pimentel
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Patricia Franco Pimentel

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Portfolio Project: Government as a Platform
Prachi Lai
RMIT
Australia
Prachi Lai

learner

RMIT Australia

No bio

Project: Smarter Campus
Pranamita Ray
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Pranamita Ray

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Physical Cybersecurity
Rizal Santoso

Netherlands
Rizal Santoso

learner

Netherlands

No bio

Project: Aim for the Experience
Robbert de Graaf
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Robbert de Graaf

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Physical Cybersecurity
Robert Overweg
Triple
Netherlands
Robert Overweg

digital society ambassador

Triple Netherlands

Robert uses design and technology to improve companies and to make people’s lives better. In his life and profession he has several roles. Design + Strategy: Vodafone, Liberty Global Keynote speaker: SXSW, MIT, Next Artist: Centre Pompidou, Media Biennial Seoul Writer: The Next Web Let’s change something together

Portfolio
Roxane de Jong
Design Academy Eindhoven
Netherlands
Roxane de Jong

learner

Design Academy Eindhoven Netherlands

No bio

Project: Intention Mirror
Stephan Ackermans
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Stephan Ackermans

digital transformation designer

Digital Society School Netherlands

A product, service and strategy designer with expertise in sustainable design and creative facilitation. I am interested in the environmental and societal impacts of new sharing systems and finding uncommon links between the actors within.

Project: Digital Workforce AutomationProject: Changing Behavior in Waste Management
Saimum Sultana
Tallinn University and Cyprus University of Technology
India
Saimum Sultana

learner

Tallinn University and Cyprus University of Technology India

Hey, I am an Engineer, UX/UI Designer and recently completed my masters in Interaction Design. I have been working as a freelance UI and Web designer for quite a while. I am hardworking and a quick learner and actively looking for some interesting opportunities where I can gain expertise over the subjects.

Portfolio Project: Transforming Social Care
Sam van der Velden
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Sam van der Velden

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Connected Campus
Sander Veenhof
SNDRV
Netherlands
Sander Veenhof

digital society ambassador

SNDRV Netherlands

With a background in ICT and the arts, I’m a cross-over person. As a hands-on researcher I’m creating semi-fictional and semi-functional speculative projects to explore unforeseen possibilities, dilemma’s and future problems, for which I pre-emptively try to find solutions.

Portfolio
Sascha Vonk
Amsterdam University College
Netherlands
Sascha Vonk

learner

Amsterdam University College Netherlands

I am a social scientist interested in social design and the arts. I like to work on wicked problems related to health and well-being but I am open to explore other fields.

Portfolio Project: Security in the Data Era
Seiya Nishida
Kyushu University
Japan
Seiya Nishida

learner

Kyushu University Japan

No bio

Project: Innovation Arena Fall 2018
Shefali Bharati
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
India
Shefali Bharati

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences India

I am a researcher, visual designer, and a hula-hoop enthusiast! My passion lies in projects that add value and meaning to a community and society. I hold a Masters degree in New Media and Digital Culture and am inclined toward multidisciplinary approaches to understanding complex challenges.

Project: Digital Workforce Automation
Sila
-
Netherlands
Sila

learner

- Netherlands

I am a social psychologist and researcher. I have a great passion for human behavior. I am interested in societal problems, create awareness, and basically use my social psychology background for building a more resilient society.

Project: GGD Data Synergy
Slim Belkadi
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Slim Belkadi

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Dylan Piera
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Dylan Piera

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Sobhi Khatib
Amsterdam University of Applied Science | Digital Society School
Palestine
Sobhi Khatib

program manager

Amsterdam University of Applied Science | Digital Society School Palestine

I'm passionate about the sweet point where human rights and technology meet. In the track Systems For Sharing, I'll be co-creating a vision of ecosystem based on valuing people and empowering them using technology, to take our platform society to the next level.

Steven Limandjaja
Saxion University of Applied Sciences
Indonesia
Steven Limandjaja

learner

Saxion University of Applied Sciences Indonesia

A designer x film maker with keen interest for technology. Pushing the boundaries of art and design one bit at a time.

Portfolio Project: Innovation Arena Spring 2019
Tais Kuka
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Tais Kuka

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

I am Tais, currently studying Business Innovation at Inholland, University of Applied Sciences. I would consider myself creative, artistic and ambitious with an interest in innovation, design thinking and mapping out experiences. My hope is to pursue a career in an environment that fosters innovation, creative enquiry and artist growth.

Project: Digital Workforce Automation
Tamara Pinos C.
Digital Society School
Ecuador
Tamara Pinos C.

instrument developer

Digital Society School Ecuador

As Instruments Developer I translate ideas into working tools for our community! Under the Digital to Physical Track I will be researching about the use of Smart Toys to motivate children to exercise.

Project: Chasing Colors
Tayo Fagbohun
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Nigeria
Tayo Fagbohun

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Nigeria

Tayo Fagbohun track records show without any equivocation that he is a force to be reckoned with in the African Innovation space. Tayo Fagbohun's philosophy is that development should not be the sole responsibility of the government but young people must arise to deliver the future through innovation and creativity. Tayo has represented several global technology brands while on campus due to his passion for global technology brands. He was an advocate for technology as a Google Student Ambassador, Intel Student Influencer, Microsoft student partner and a Mozilla representative by Firefox. This gave him an opportunity to globe-trot different countries while studying at the University. He is well positioned to be a leader in the emerging fourth industrial revolution through his wealth of experiences with different global technology brands. Tayo is currently a Transformation Designer at the Digital Society School, Amsterdam University of Applied Science working on using digital technology to accelerate the SDGs progress.

Theo Ploeg
Studio Hyperspace
Netherlands
Theo Ploeg

ambassador speculative design

Studio Hyperspace Netherlands

Telling stories about possible futures is my trade. As a media and design sociologist, I use speculative design as an attitude to investigate and explore the near future and bring my findings back to the now. I teach the practice of doing so at different media and design schools.

Portfolio
Shanshan Wang
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
China
Shanshan Wang

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences China

I am from China, my major is industrial design in bachelor degree and design strategy in master degree. I am learning my master degree in Japan. I like drawing and swimming.

Project: Connected Campus
Tom de Munck
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Tom de Munck

marketing communications lead

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Valentina Todorova
Academy Minerva
Bulgaria
Valentina Todorova

learner

Academy Minerva Bulgaria

Driven by a passion for visual and performing Arts, inspired by anything and everything around.

Portfolio Project: Climate Change Solutions Spring 2019
Vanessa Cantinho de Jesus
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Portugal
Vanessa Cantinho de Jesus

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Portugal

Vanessa is an anthropologist turned designer. Her passion for all things human makes her extremely curious about how people interact with the world(s) around them, her enthusiasm in solving problems and imagining solutions has lead her to seek ways of applying her social sciences’ background through design. Being an anthropologist her forte is UX

Project: Government as a Platform
Vivika Ekman
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Vivika Ekman

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Urban Ecosystems
Wai Feersma Hoekstra
Digital Society School
Singapore
Wai Feersma Hoekstra

partnerships manager

Digital Society School Singapore

My role at the Digital Society School is to cultivate meaningful partnerships with public and private organisations. I believe in the power of collaboration to form a valuable learning community where positive impact and value can be created for both organisations and society. Are we two peas in a pod? Let’s connect!

Willemijn Schmidt
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Willemijn Schmidt

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Online Community For Museum Education
Wouter Meys
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Wouter Meys

track owner

Digital Society School Netherlands

I am passionate about putting data to work for society. By combining Research, Industry and Society I develop, Tools, Methods and Knowledge by using applied science. My goal is to develop and set up innovative projects that have an impact in society.

Youngji Cho
Digital Society School
South Korea
Youngji Cho

digital transformation designer

Digital Society School South Korea

Youngji Cho (OZZO) is a media artist, creative technologist and playful researcher rooted in planet Earth. She is always sensing the time and space by seeing, listening, smelling, tasting, touching, and feeling life. She loves to create and share experiences, tinker around with any objects or non-objects that surrounding her, and care about her life and lives of others. She is fascinated by beauties and dark sides of technology in and outside of anthropocentric world views and any phenomenon generated from human nature or/and mother nature. She is fond of translating her interests in more nonverbal forms of communication like facial expression, movement of our body, smells, sounds, or making something tangible. We are all living in sensible/insensible systems, and it is meaningful for her that how we shape those systems together in more open and caring ways to all of us.

Portfolio Project: Behavioral Change For A Sustainable FutureProject: Online Community For Museum Education
Yiting Tang
University College London
China
Yiting Tang

learner

University College London China

A tech-savvy and hands-on designer who has a passionate focusing on a narrative and immersive experience design strategy that communicates to place, people, culture and history with technical methods.

Portfolio Project: Urban Ecosystems
Yuna Song
Drift / YS creative
South Korea
Yuna Song

digital society ambassador

Drift / YS creative South Korea

I love to design immersive and aesthetic physical experience in a space. Through my relationship with DSS, I’d love to contribute to the society with designing from digital to physical creation.

Portfolio
Timo van Elst
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Timo van Elst

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

Background in programming, website designing, application development and data migration.

Portfolio Project: Government as a Platform
Zlatina Tsvetkova
Digital Society School
Bulgaria
Zlatina Tsvetkova

learning experience designer

Digital Society School Bulgaria

At DSS I design participatory experiential learning programs that facilitate diversity, impact, learning and practice. I am building our learning community where co-creation, growth and experimentation happen on the edge of learners’ abilities and land deeply in their mindsets and behaviour.

ARE YOU OUR NEXT TRAINEE?

An traineeship at Digital Society School will open up a world of opportunities. You’ll be part of a vibrant interdisciplinary group during a semester and have unique access to a network of experts in the field.

Read more

Become a partner

We are looking for partners who understand that positive impact on society can go hand in hand with value creation for their own organisation. Professionals who are ready for digital, integral solutions for ‘people, planet and profit’. Are you up for it?

Partners