An Exercise in Sitting with Discomfort

“An Exercise in Sitting with Discomfort. Towards More Equitable Support for International Relocation in North-South Contexts”

This publication, authored by Rana Yazaji and Marion Schmidt, addresses the complexities and inequities in supporting international relocation in North-South contexts. Subtype Studio approached its design with a focus on readability and accessibility, aiming to engage readers with the challenging yet essential subject matter.

The visual language reflects the publication’s core themes, balancing clarity with thoughtfulness. The layout employs deliberate typography and spatial design to guide the reader through nuanced discussions, fostering deeper reflection.

Illustrations by Amal Hamed.

Published in December 2022 by ifa (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen) and the Martin Roth Initiative, the work is available under a Creative Commons license. The publication can be downloaded here.