RISD MFA Thesis: book, website & talk. EthnoGraphemes examines the role of graphic design and its potential contribution to the preservation of under-resourced languages and writing systems of indigenous communities. This book offers an initial methodology, framework and reference guide for future work in engaging graphic design towards socio-cultural conservation, encouraging human diversity, while celebrating cultural identity and pride among indigenous communities by looking into the future, while honoring one’s past.

Includes interviews with Agyei Archer, Wael Morcos & Fiona Ross. Thesis advisors: Ramon Tejada & Kelsey Elder. Full book PDF can be downloaded from the EthnoGraphemes website.