Community, Design & Engagement (CDE) is the collective knowledge and will of those who believe that everyone is innovative.
How it all started…
10 years ago, Design + Audiovisual Communication gave us the tools to begin to interact with our communities, starting from activism, looking for the means to encourage our close group to participate in the improvement of our city; not imagining that a decade after our first action it would become our way of life.
Along the way, we have met with academics, managers, collectives and professionals who have helped shape this cultural enterprise. Our methodology is based on social innovation, creative thinking and connecting actors to achieve governance
We build partnerships.
We collaborate with professionals, creatives, collectives and independent companies. Our network of volunteers, designers, consultants and academics adapts to each project.
Meet the team
Jean Carlo Aranda is a strategic communications director and cultural advocate with over a decade of experience leading community-driven campaigns, creative projects, and public space initiatives.
As co-founder of Ortopedia Urbana, he has designed and executed impactful campaigns that mobilize communities, reshape narratives, and transform urban environments through art, advocacy, and collaborative placemaking.
His expertise spans political and social campaign strategy, audiovisual storytelling, content creation for television and cultural festivals, and strategic communications for mission-driven organizations.
Driven by a commitment to equity and tangible impact, Jean Carlo now focuses on amplifying voices and building campaigns at the intersection of advocacy, storytelling, and cultural strategy.
Jean Carlo Aranda
Elizabeth Gómez
Master in Social Innovation and Wellness Management from the University of Guadalajara. B.A. in Industrial Design from the Centro Universitario de Arte, Arquitectura y Diseño. Teacher since 2014 in subjects of Innovation and creative thinking in secondary, high school and undergraduate level.
Founder of Ortopedia Urbana, a cultural company dedicated to the promotion of citizen participation for the rescue of public spaces.
With experience in the coordination and management of public and cultural projects, development of educational plans and fundraising.
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Join us!
¿Are you passionate about the city, community work, citizen innovation or social design?
If so, we would absolutely love to have you as an intern, volunteer or collaborator!
