We make the Digital Society School

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.

Abhishek Mohanty

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences India

No bio

Adela Pranindiati

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Indonesia

I am passionate about sustainable development and innovation. I have gained over 7 years of experience in international development sectors, including works at international organisation, consulting firm, think tank, Non-Government Organisation (NGO), and university. I am currently a Digital Transformation trainee at the Digital Society School and a Co-Founder of abl sustainable (Netherlands) and Co-Founder of The Forgotten People Indonesia.

Aishwarya Jare

trainee

India

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AJ Magee

instrument designer

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences United States

No bio

Alec Stewart

learner

The Hague University of Applied Sciences United States

No bio

Alexander Bernevega

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

MA graduate in New Media and Digital Culture interested in UI/UX design. Originally from Moscow, Russia, now based in Amsterdam.

Alexandros Sapounidis

trainee

Sir. Greece

No bio

Amanda Francisco

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Brazil

More than five years of experience in the agribussines sector made me built important tools for a multidisciplinary approach on problem solving. As a specialist in Environmental Sciences and Policy, I further developed my capabilities on circular economy, corporate social responsibility, stakeholders engagement and sustainable transformations.

Amanda Francisco

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Brazil

More than five years of experience in the agribussines sector made me built important tools for a multidisciplinary approach on problem solving. As a specialist in Environmental Sciences and Policy, I further developed my capabilities on circular economy, corporate social responsibility, stakeholders engagement and sustainable transformations.

Anca-Maria Murgoci

learner

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.

Andrew Wood

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

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

Andrea Nesta

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Italy

No bio

Andrea Mairone

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Argentina

My name is Andrea. I was born in Argentina but my family comes from Italy, therefore I have both citizenships. I have a dregree as a Graphic Designer and UX/UI Designer as well. I believe that being humble and able to adapt is the best way to connect, learn and grow.

Andy Docket

learner

University of the Arts United Kingdom

No bio

Angelo Moestadja

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Angelo Croes

learner

Señor Social Netherlands

Online Activator @ Señor Social

Anisha Sivakumaran

learner

Maastricht Academy of Media Design and Technology Netherlands

No bio

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.

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

learner

National Institute of Design India

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Aparna Borkar

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences India

No bio

Arundhati Parti

trainee

dss Netherlands

No bio

Asia Trzeciak

digital transformation designer & coach

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

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!

Assia Kraan

program manager

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'.

Azusa Matsukubo

trainee

Japan

I'm a designer with extensive experience in multimedia, web and print design. I studied visual communication design in 3 different countries, Japan, Germany and the Netherlands.

Namrata Babu

learner

Kishinchand Chellaram College India

No bio

Barbara Boeters

learner

University of Amsterdam Netherlands

No bio

Batuhan Köksal

learner

The Hague University of Applied Science Netherlands

UI / UX Design Student 21

Henry Benaye

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

Henry Benaye it is.

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!

Benjamin Johnson

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences United Kingdom

No bio

Beste Karapirinler

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Turkey

No bio

Minatsu Homma

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Japan

No bio

Boshra Javaheri

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Iran

A design thinker passionate about Everyday Products, Daily life, AI/ML, and Technology.

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!

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.

Carola Verschoor

founder & chief creative transformational studio

Transformational Studio Netherlands

Carola is the founder and chief creative at Transformational Studio. As a business designer she integrates decades of industry practice, design-driven methods and innovative approaches into participative, interactive and provocative consulting services. Her aim through her practice is to (r)evolutionize change in a complex world and help embody the transformation we wish to see in business today. Carola has a track record of more than 25 years working across industries, developing teams and delivering successful innovation. She is a much sought public speaker and thought leader on the topics of innovation, strategy, creativity, transformation and (service) design for business. Carola is the author of Change Ahead, which is recognized as a leading book on the emerging practices in the domain of business strategy, research and design.

Carolin Henze

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Germany

No bio

Casper Piket

impact producer & ux designer

Digital Society School Netherlands

No bio

Changqing Su

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

A learner eager to contribute to the public good

Charvi Mantri

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences India

Product Designer with a love to work on Educational Systems Around the World.

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.

Cinzia Magnani

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Italy

No bio

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.

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.

Crystal Shan

learner

University of Michigan School of Information China

No bio

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.

Daan Walder

learner

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.

Dácio Florêncio

trainee

Hogeschool van Amsterdam Brazil

Developer, Holds a master in Computer Science and is very committed to everything he does. He believes the learning process never stops, and everyone should continue to learn every day to be better professionals and to improve their skills. As a team member, he is driven with the project and his team, dedicated member who likes to ensure comfort and safety in his team. He likes to be present throughout the creation process. In my free time, I like to go to museums but also I am fine to stay at home writing, watching movies and series or reading a good book. This could be a textbook related with Databases or Programming Languages or just a fiction, from Agatha Christie to Stephen King.

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?

Danaë Skrobiszewski

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

is a digital designer and front-end developer with a passion for concepting and innovation. As a Communication & Multimedia student she knows her way around UX, UI and visual design, animation and front-end development. After finishing this graduation project looking for a job to put her skills to good use for impact on society.

Dania Awin

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Daniel García

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Spain

Daniel García is a service designer with a background combining filmmaking, education, research and project management. Learning is his passion and a human-centered approach is in everything he does.

Dheeresh Madhav

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences India

Dheeresh Madhav (India) is a digital designer, visual artist & photographer. He pursued his Masters in design. He believes visual medium can touch more hearts and minds than a written text. His passion lies in branding, UI and documentary Photography.

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.

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.

Dikshant Agarwal

learner

IIT Bombay India

No bio

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.

ELISA Cocchi

trainee

none Italy

I’m Elisa a Multidisciplinary Designer from Italy based in Amsterdam. I consider studying a never-ending process and during the years I recognized my fil rouge in the digital world. While keep moving, I question the relationship between the digital world and peoples and how technology can influence and empower the fruition of a message. 

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!

Emilio Lara

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

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

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

Doing an internship

Esmée van der Knaap

trainee

Netherlands

No bio

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!

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.

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.

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.

Florence Leung

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Hong Kong

No bio

Floris van der Werk

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Francesca Argenziano

learner

Delft University of Technology Italy

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

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.

Giorgio Trivellin

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Gaspard Bos

tech consultant & coach

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

Transition Designer / Relationship therapist for people and things. Reifying the value of data to make products more meaningful. Information = Contextual. Using design methods on a political level to challenge our current market-logic. Storytelling for a new tomorrow.

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.

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

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

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

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.

Havel Boumbidi

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Gabon

No bio

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.

Henriette Schwinn

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Germany

No bio

Hugo Hruska

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Ilaria Zonda

digital transformation designer

Digital Society School Italy

Digital designer passionate about sustainability. Challenging the balance between nature and technology to create the greatest impact.

Ini Kong

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Canada

No bio

Destiny Ogwuche

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Nigeria

No bio

Irene Pena Abellan

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Iris Brugman

digital transformation designer & coach

Digital Society School Netherlands

Iris Brugman (MsC Business Administration) has worked in Learning & Development and Digital Design in business corporates including Heineken and Randstad. Her expertise focuses on the creation of online learning modules, coaching, and Visual/UX/UI design. Growing up as an expat in the Netherlands, Germany, and England, digital platforms always allowed her to keep connected and expand her creativity. Motivated by challenge and creativity, she supports others in creating their desired digital designs.

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.

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.

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.

Jadine van Ooijen

business development manager

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

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.

Jedrzej Jawor

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Poland

I'm a physicist which makes me good at working with mathematics, data and radioactive isotopes. I joined DSS as I want to learn how to apply my skills to more human oriented problems.

Jeroen Groeneveld

talent and process coordinator

Digital Society School Netherlands

No bio

Jessica Ciucci

learner

Miss Italy

No bio

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.

James Ric-Hansen

learner

Avans University of Applied Sciences South Africa

No bio

Joel Ruhe

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

John Baaij

learner

University of Applied Sciences Hogeschool Leiden Netherlands

No bio

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.

Jorik Elferink

dxc mooc design

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Jose Daniel Morales Riera

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

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

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.

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

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Krassimira Rozendal

learner

Soft Academy Bulgaria

No bio

Krista Agbayani

online marketeer

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Philippines

No bio

Kwan Suppaiboonsuk

instrument developer

Digital Society School Thailand

A multidisciplinary engineer with a focus on software. Passionate about data strategy, computational art, and philosophy of technology. Always learning or tinkering — ask me what I'm up to!

Kyra Kronenberg

trainee

Netherlands

Media and Information student with an interest in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Data Analysis.

Ladislav Unčovský

trainee

The Hague University of Applied Sciences Slovakia

No bio

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.

Lanie Preston

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences United States

No bio

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.

Lauren Lundholm

learner

Design Academy Eindhoven United Kingdom

No bio

Mari Luz Garcia

digital transformation designer & coach

Digital Society School Netherlands

My passion for people, creativity and curiosity for learning something new has always been there. To help teams, individuals elevate their creative confidence, I like to practice playful experiential learning focused on Human Centered Innovation; new ways of working, learning and leading. Let's change the face of learning to create an impact!

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.

Li-Hsin Chang

learner

Taiwan

Focus on better climate change governance and communications.

Linda Sophie Nisslbeck

learner

University of Applied Sciences Würzburg Germany

No bio

Line Sandborgh

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Loredana Boghea

learner

The Hague University of Applied Sciences Romania

No bio

Madeleine Assadi

learner

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.

Madhav Jamadhagni

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences India

Hello I am a Play Experience Designer, currently pursuing my masters in Toy and Game design at the National Institute of Design India. I am deeply interested in understanding play paradigms involving culture and modern play structures which explore the alternate reality of games.

Maitrayee Sohni

learner

Rochester Institute of Technology India

No bio

Manlio Massimetti

digital designer & front-end developer

"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

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.

Immanuel von Detten

learner

Stuttgart Media University Germany

No bio

Marcel Schouwenaar

digital society ambassador

The Incredible Machine Netherlands

Marcel Schouwenaar is co-founder of design studio The Incredible Machine, operating on the intersection between design, technology, and ethics. Their projects range from designing museum experiences, digital strategy for startups, speculative design in academic context, to lighthouse projects exploring citizen interaction with urban technology systems. Marcel will join the Digital Twin Track as ambassador for the program, contributing his expertise in responsible design, development and application of technology in the context of wicked problems. Digital twins have the potential to create a shared digital reality, upon which we can design, model and monitor interventions. The question is, who partakes in this conversation, how do we interact, and how can we understand how codified abstractions do, or don’t do justice to the intricacies of reality.

Marco van Hout

creative director & co-founder digital society school

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.

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.

Maria Nino

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Colombia

No bio

Maria Sagiri

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

I am from Greece and 22 years of age. I am a student at Inholland and currently in my third year of studying Business Innovation. I chose the Toys 4 Therapy project because the impact it has on our target group really spoke to me. And it is one of the most hands-on projects in the course which is something I wanted to explore more.

Mariam Hatem

trainee

American University in Cairo Egypt

I'm an International Business Graduate who is passionate about Sustainable Development and its effect in the real world.

Mariana Pinheiro

digital transformation designer

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Brazil

Industrial Designer, speculative thinker, hands-on maker, and sustainability advocate. Mariana has experience designing for the IoT in the toy, therapy, and healthcare industries, has taught in academia, and has worked with the retail industries to help accelerate the sustainable shift. She has now joined DSS as a Digital Transformation Designer.

Markéta Davidová

trainee

Masaryk University Czech Republic

I am a psychology student. In addition to working with clients, I am also interested in the connection between my field of study and other fields such as technology, etc. I like to participate in meaningful projects and look for new and creative ways of solving problems.

Martijn van der Meer

learner

Netherlands

No bio

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.

Matilde Estevinha

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Portugal

No bio

Max Groen

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Maria Clara Cavallini

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Brazil

Maria Clara is a UX Designer with a multidisciplinary background in Architecture & Urban Design and Project Management. Passionate about wellness, traveling, and photography.

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.

Merijn Kleinreesink

learner

Hyperisland Netherlands

No bio

Merlijn

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Merve Kandemir

trainee

Malmö University Belgium

Bachelor's degree in International Business Master's degree in Leadership for Sustainability

Michelle Chakkalackal

digital society ambassador

Canada

Michelle is a serial social entrepreneur who helps companies lead systemic change. I help companies align their (social) impact, business models, leadership capacity, and teams to deliver scalable results. I see leaders, their teams, and their companies as part of interlinked living systems. Change one part, it has the potential to change the whole.

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.

Mokhtar Hussein

learner

Budapest University of Technology and Economics Egypt

No bio

Mudita Singh

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

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

Martin van der Wolf

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

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

Nicoleta Pana

instrument designer

Digital Society School Netherlands

UX/UI + Information Designer. I design and develop products, tools & services that enable businesses to grow sustainably, (re)configure various versions of the future, encourage decision-making and generally boost targeted innovation. My work focuses on driving resilient, scalable digital transformation in areas like Global Finance, Digital Economies, (Urban) Systems, RegTech and Political Communication.

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.

Neel Koradia

learner

National Institute Of Design India

No bio

Nick Verouden

program manager

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.

Nikos Stavropoulos

trainee

Freelancer Denmark

No bio

David

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

An aspiring Data Scientist experienced in Project Management & Supply Chain-Procurement

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.

Nozomi Oka

learner

Kyushu University Japan

No bio

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,

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.

panna chow

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Parvaneh Pasandi

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Iran

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

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.

Paul den Hertog

innovation consultant

Netherlands

No bio

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

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Luca Guagliardo

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Patricia Franco Pimentel

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Prachi Lai

learner

RMIT Australia

No bio

Pranamita Ray

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Rizal Santoso

learner

Netherlands

No bio

Richie Elia

trainee

The Hague University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

UX Design student at the Hague University of Applied Sciences currently doing the traineeship as my internship.

Robbert de Graaf

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

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

Roxane de Jong

learner

Design Academy Eindhoven Netherlands

No bio

Sarah Maglio

design intern 2021

IUAV Venice Netherlands

No bio

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.

Saimum Sultana

design intern 2020-2021

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 love designing as much as understanding customer needs and to convert them to design specifications.

Sam van der Velden

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

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.

Sara Guagnini

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

I'm a creative ethnographer passionate about the intersection of people, culture, and technology for positive social impact. With the hope to have a greater reach, I' m making my way from institutional to tech and business research.

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.

Seiya Nishida

learner

Kyushu University Japan

No bio

Shauna Jin

program manager

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

I am a curious designer, thinker, and doer, passionate about the intersection of humans, technology, and sustainability. As the program manager of the Digital Twins track, I'll be co-creating a vision on how digital twins can contribute to a future we'd like to be a part of, e.g. tackling the SDGs as well as working practically with organisations to enable our vision.

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.

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.

Slim Belkadi

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Sofia Gomez

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Brazil

A Brazilian UX Designer with ten years of knowledge in multimedia and technology. Working as a project manager and UX Designer, I became a problem solver driven by research, data, and results. Being side by side with users helped me gain meaningful skills creating experiences centered on their needs and business goals.

Dylan Piera

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

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.

Sofia Santos Melian

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

I am a spanish web developer student that wants to become a UX designer.

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.

Steve Savage

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Canada

No bio

Emma Stewart

trainee

Canada

No bio

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Tom de Munck

communication & content marketing

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Umang Bhardwaj

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Valentina Todorova

learner

Academy Minerva Bulgaria

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

Valentina Marino

trainee

Design Academy Eindhoven Netherlands

Digital Transformation Designer. My work sits at the intersection of poetry, technology and culture. I like to design interfaces that extend our senses, to reach a symbiosis with the object. Specialist in the analysis of emerging behaviours and the forces that motivate them. I use sensorial ethnography and cultural insights to develop strategies that help brands find relevance in their values. Anthropologist at heart, I am dedicated to studying the things that make us Human, in order to infuse design processes with ethical purpose and meaning. I have an intuitive nature that is balanced by a keen interest in the world and a strong desire to contribute to society.

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

Veronika Rubilina

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Victoria Romanova

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

I'm a UX designer, geologist and plant lover. I discovered my passion for UX design through my previous product support role. Working with people from various disciplines and different cultures, helping them reach their goals within tight deadlines, I became a true UX advocate and developed a strong empathy to user struggles and frustrations.

Vincent Zepeda

trainee

Netherlands

No bio

Vivika Ekman

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Wai Feersma Hoekstra

learning and development 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

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Wouter Meys

program manager

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.

Yannick Ciocanel

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

Business Innovation student learning to become an expert in using technology for sustainable resource management.

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.

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.

Yu Namie

trainee

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Japan

I am a cross-cultural service designer/facilitator who believes in the power of collaborative discussion. I am passionate about using design thinking with my work to deliver authentic solutions for making a vigorous, sustainable society.

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.

Timo van Elst

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

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

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.