PODCAST

117 - Design for Social Impact ft. Robert Fabricant

October 17, 2024

ROBERT FABRICANT, CO-FOUNDER OF DALBERG DESIGN

Today on the podcast, we have the pleasure of speaking with Robert Fabricant, Co-Founder of Dalberg Design. Robert applies human-centered design and systems thinking to drive innovation and expand collaborations for social impact and community engagement. He leads a diverse team with studios in Dakar, Mexico City, Mumbai, Nairobi, and New York, leveraging Dalberg's global reach.

In this conversation, Robert shares his unique journey through the design landscape, emphasizing the non-linear paths many designers take. He discusses his early experiences in community organizing within the criminal justice system, which shaped his understanding of design as a tool for systemic change. Robert reflects on the challenges he faced when transitioning back into design and the importance of collaboration in addressing complex social issues. This episode highlights how Robert's work focuses on fostering deeper partnerships with organizations dedicated to social impact, emphasizing the need for designers to adapt and innovate continuously in a rapidly changing world.

Mentioned in this episode:

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertfabricant/

Dalberg Design : https://dalberg.com/

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