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Yolandi Burger is a Research Fellow at the School of Design and Creative Arts, University of the Free State. She holds a PhD in Higher Education Studies and an M-Tech in Design. Her work focuses on co-design methodologies, graphic heritage, social impact, and urban development, with a particular emphasis on collaborations between communities, NGOs, and creative industries.
Education:
- PhD in Higher Education Studies, University of the Free State (South Africa)
- M-Tech in Design, Central University of the Free State (South Africa)
Research Interests:
- Graphic heritage preservation and its application in urban development
- Co-creation strategies for post-pandemic city branding
- Social impact through design education and pedagogy
- Memorialization of historical figures like Nelson Mandela
Article Trends: Yolandi’s publications explore graphic heritage interventions, Madiba’s legacy in urban spaces, and co-design approaches to reviving post-pandemic tourism. Her work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing collaborative frameworks for social and urban transformation.
Awards & Recognition: No awards explicitly listed in the provided text.
Grants & Advising: Advises on curriculum design frameworks for inclusive education in graphic design. Collaborates with the Nelson Mandela Foundation to develop digital prototypes for heritage projects.
Labs & Teams: Works with interdisciplinary teams including heritage practitioners, urban planners, and NGOs to advance graphic heritage projects in Gauteng and beyond.
