Can the act of mapping a system transform how we behave within it? Drawing on The Case for Mapping, the latest PPL15 essay by Erika Lindsey, this conversation explores the importance of visualizing complex systems, the role of co-creation in mapping, and how clarity can act as a catalyst for change.

PPL head of design John Payne discussed mapping and meaning-making alongside Tati Kalainoff (Parsons School of Design), Aaron Landsman (Princeton University, Perfect City), and Natalie Sims (NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory).

Inspired by the live discussion, the PPL community shared several excellent resources to further contextualize the conversation, including:

 

This event is part of PPL15, a series celebrating the Public Policy Lab’s 15th anniversary. You can find past blog posts and virtual events on our website.