Architecture for Humanity

Architecture for Humanity is a really amazing organization of volunteers who are building some innovative and successful projects around the world in response to global, social and humanitarian crises. The important word there is "building" not just talking about. This organization has local chapters the world over, is very active and led by a really incredible guy by the name of Cameron Sinclair.

They recently held a logo contest in which I participated that received 811 entries. Proof of two things. They value a meaningful identity and graphic designers want to use their skills for the forces of good. AFH used Flickr to post all entries and openly critique the finalists. This was an interesting view into the process. If, like me, you work in advertising you may not see the view from the moral high ground all that often. It can be difficult to make a permanent move up the hill but try contacting a local group for a visit. You never know where the adventure might lead.