Chan Zuckerberg Initiative

The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative uses technology to help solve some of our toughest challenges — from preventing and eradicating disease, to improving learning experiences for kids, to reforming the criminal justice system. Founded by Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg in 2015, CZI’s mission is to build a more inclusive, just, and healthy future for everyone.

PROJECT OVERVIEW

'“Bring the offices to life,” they said. And so, with a team of heart-led artists, I directed a series of site-specific pieces for the CZI offices in Redwood City. The goal was to help employees feel invested in CZI’s key initiatives, and culturally connected to the community they serve.

Our stars were the artists. Using sumi ink, Carissa Potter created thoughtful profiles of the formerly incarcerated, including powerful quotes that they shared with CZI.

Heather Hardison and Ashley Fundora painted the wall in one of the main entrances, creating a vibrant eco-system, to highlight CZI’s Whole Child approach to education. The mural included moveable wooden plaques to honor the programs that receive education grants each year.

The last piece, fabricated by Cyrcle in the Bay Area, is a lenticular display with type that shifts depending on where the viewer is standing. Perspective is key.

1. “Whole Child” Education Mural
by Heather Hardison & Ashley Fundora

2. “Comeback Portraits” of Formerly Incarcerated
by Carissa Potter

3. “Affordable Housing” Statistic Lenticulars
fabricated by Cyrcle

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