My name is Naomi Bueno de Mesquita, and I am a researcher at the crossroads of design, art, anthropology, and philosophy, with a particular focus on cartography and emerging technologies. As of November 2024, I have been appointed Lector of Social Justice and Diversity in the Arts at Amsterdamse Hogeschool voor de Kunsten. The research group explores how arts, architecture, and heritage can contribute to enhancing diverse perspectives within the arts and beyond.
Additionally, I hold a position as Lector of Design & Social Innovation (SI-LAB) at the Design Academy Eindhoven. Using participatory methods, the lab actively engages a diverse array of stakeholders in addressing complex transition challenges and shaping decision-making processes. In collaboration with institutional partners, such as municipal and provincial governments, the lab offers expert guidance on participatory design strategies, integrating social innovation with organizational and technological innovation. In this role, I also represent DAE as a member of the Scientific Integrity Complaints Committee for Art Institutions in the Netherlands.
I earned my PhD from KU Leuven/LUCA School of Arts (Belgium) in 2022, focusing on the intersection of critical cartography and design research. My doctoral work examines the potential and implications of digital technologies in map creation and use, exploring how map apps can foster participation in public spaces and public issues.