We help science reach the
heads of state and the hearts of the public
by harnessing the emotional power
of art and culture.
The scale of action we
need today feels un-imaginable
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Specialised in translating the complexity of planetary health, science, and sustainable solutions, we create compelling data-driven ART INSTALLATIONS, CULTURAL EXPERIENCES and EDUCATION PROGRAMS that travel from key conferences to festivals, and from boardrooms to living rooms.
We support partners such as UNESCO, the World Economic Forum, LVMH, and ESA at key conferences and major public events worldwide.
For the
heads of state
and
the hearts of
the public.
Performance of Memories of the Melted by violinist SongHa Choi. Developed in collaboration with world-renowned glaciologists Heïdi Sevestre and Matthias Huss. Commissioned by Villars Institute.
Complex to
Compelling
Over years of experience, we have shaped the Complex to Compelling method.
Starting from a partner’s scientific foundation, we transform complexity into clear, compelling narratives.
In this context, data-driven art and experiences become a shared point of reference. It builds trust, grounds discussion, grabs attention, informs decisions, and allows big, unimaginable challenges to speak to the imagination.
What we do
Sônia Guajajara, Brazil's first Minister for Indigenous Peoples in front of the artwork Amazonium, developed in collaboration with UNESCO and LVMH
Woven Foundation enables science to speak to the imagination of millions using the power of art and culture.
Fostering trust, impact and action towards a positive future.
We help transform the work of scientists, institutions, philanthropists, and impact investors into experiences
that reach heads of state and the hearts of the public.
If something is un-imaginable,
it becomes un-actionable
The Foundation
Our mission is to advocate for a better world by harnessing
Culture as a catalyst
for science
The Woven Foundation team brings years of experience in science, communications, and the arts.
Our work has reached millions worldwide and has been presented at major conferences and leading museums.
We have presented work at Fondation Cartier (FR), the Barbican Centre (UK), the Stedelijk Museum (NL), Art Basel (CH), Tefaf (NL), and are featured on global platforms including COP, the United Nations, and the Montreux Jazz Festival.
To accelerate the science that helps our planet thrive, we are turning our insights into a measurable methodology for scientists, NGOs, and projects that make the world a better place.
Want to learn more?
We are now looking for partners, funders and board members that can help us to create a meaurable methodology to weaves together science arts&culture to create impact.
Who we are
The Woven Foundation is founded by world-renowned ecological artist Thijs Biersteker.
The Foundation’s mission is shaped by years of experience in translating groundbreaking science and ambitious projects into data-driven artistic and cultural experiences that have been exhibited at major museums and key UN conferences, reaching millions worldwide.
The work has been exhibited at Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain
Through the Foundation, this practice is scaled to increase impact and support partners working on the world’s most pressing challenges of today.
