The Symbol Group is a new International discussion group for symbol-related matters.

Our Aim
We want to promote a deeper appreciation of the symbol in contemporary society, striving for more diversity and international understanding of the power of simple, direct communication.

Our Objectives
Over the last decades, interest in symbols has grown with the rise of a growing global media culture. The primary objective of The Symbol Group is to critically re-evaluate symbol projects such as this to develop more effective visual communication for the future.

Our Core Mission
We will generate biennial symposia using symbol anniversaries to promote the understanding of symbols in contemporary practice


THE SYMBOL GROUP FOUNDERS:

Sue Perks (Isotype and Dreyfuss scholar, writer and researcher)
Wibo Bakker (Pictogram scholar and design researcher)
Jason Forrest (Editor of Nightingale, pictogram scholar and data visualizer)
Vassoula Vasiliou (Brand strategist & creative consultant)

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