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Item Restricted Graphic Design for Racial Justice : How to Advocate for Racial Justice Within the Creative Process?(2023) Augustin Lucas Deméno Grasdepot; Thoma, Sascha; Wittner, Ben; Faculty of Architecture and Design; Berlin International University of Applied SciencesAI-GENERATED ABSTRACT: Abstract: In the realm of graphic design, the imperative for social justice has often been sidelined or overlooked, despite the field's powerful influence on visual communication and culture. This thesis aims to bridge this gap by exploring the role and responsibilities of graphic designers in fostering social justice, particularly focusing on racial justice through the lens of Black Feminist thought. Drawing from existing literature and case studies, the thesis investigates how design can both perpetuate and challenge systems of oppression such as white supremacy, hetero-patriarchy, capitalism, and settler colonialism. Additionally, it scrutinizes the underrepresentation and marginalization of black designers in the industry, assessing its impact on wider design outputs, particularly in advertising and campaigns. Using Patricia Hill Collins' three dimensions for the development of Black Feminist thought as a guide, this research seeks to reinterpret existing works, analyze the contributions of marginalized voices, and propose new theoretical frameworks aimed at breaking cycles of bias in graphic design. Keywords: Graphic Design, Social Justice, Racial Justice, Black Feminist Thought, Representation, Design Ethics, Visual Communication, Bias, Diversity in DesignItem Restricted Visual Languages of Belonging Amongst the Queer South Asian Diaspora of Berlin(2023) Rehmat Roop Zafar; Thoma, Sascha; Wittner, Ben; Faculty of Architecture and Design; Berlin International University of Applied SciencesAI-GENERATED ABSTRACT: Abstract: This thesis embarks on a nuanced exploration of the lived experiences of Queer South Asian diaspora, particularly situated in Berlin, driven by a personal narrative of belonging and identity. It delves into the transformative spaces of diasporic interaction, where tradition intertwines with new cultural nuances, and seeks to understand the complexities that queerness introduces in these spaces. The narrative underscores the significant lack of representation and the precarious sense of belonging experienced by queer individuals within the diaspora. It highlights the dichotomy between the conservative attitudes towards sexual diversity in South Asian cultures and the more open, albeit Western-centric, notions of queerness. Through a meticulous examination of visual signifiers in Berlin's diverse landscape, the thesis endeavors to unearth visual languages of belonging that resonate with the Queer South Asian diaspora. It ambitiously aims to synthesize these visual languages into a coherent visual identity, promoting an event fostering community and belonging amongst this demographic. The core objective is to bridge the gap between the diasporic identity and queerness, creating a platform of representation, acknowledgment, and collective interaction that navigates beyond the usual narrative of marginalization. Keywords: Queer South Asian Diaspora, Visual Languages, Berlin, Identity, Belonging, Representation, Cultural Interaction, Postcolonial Migration, Visual Identity, Community