LAND SQUEEZE

Or the complex dynamics behind soaring land prices

Soaring land prices unpacked

Global land prices have doubled in 15 years, turbo-charged by carbon schemes and land grabs. This IPES-Food report unpacks the dynamic behind soaring land inequality and proposes transformative actions for equitable land access.

SAFE BUS MANUALS

How to recognize and respond to security threats on public transport?

Training to increase security

How to recognize suspicious behaviour on a bus? What to do in case of a security emergency? The SAFE BUS project -coordinated by UITP- aims to advance safety in bus networks and the prevention of terrorist attacks on the bus network in Europe. We created a series of light-hearted illustrations and designed SAFE BUS publications in 6 languages.

A 'STATE OF CITIES' REPORT THROUGH THE VOICES OF MAYORS

The Eurocities Pulse Mayors Survey provides an analysis of the major trends, challenges and priorities that shape urban affairs in 2023.

Design of Pulse Mayors Survey 2023

The Eurocities Pulse Mayors Survey provides an analysis of the major trends, challenges and priorities that shape urban affairs in 2023. With a mixture of essays, illustrations, infographics and figures a concise state of affairs of the challenges for European cities is being presented.

USING CITIZEN MEASUREMENTS TO CREATE SMART, SUSTAINABLE AND INCLUSIVE CITIES

The CitiMeasure project aims to bring together the experiences and expertise of European cities in implementing citizen science initiatives.

CitiMeasure e-publications

The CitiMeasure project aims to bring together the experiences and expertise of European cities in implementing citizen science initiatives.

IPES Food study on livestock and protein

HOW TO GET RID OF OUR ADDICTION TO ANIMAL PROTEIN?

An IPES Food study on livestock, alternative proteins and sustainability

The politics of protein

Livestock systems account for a whopping 80% of global farmland. Are labmeat and aquaculture the answer? Or is animal protein simply too inefficient to be ever sustainable? ‘The politics of protein’: an IPES Food study on livestock, alternative proteins and sustainability. Publication design and data visualisation by Hearts&Minds.

CULTURAL HERITAGE IN ACTION: A JOURNEY THROUGH EUROPE

Design and production of digital publication for Eurocities

Over 100 local and regional policy makers exchange knowledge on cultural heritage in this peer-learning project, financed within the Creative Europe framework. The digital report shows us how heritage professionals from across the EU learn from each other on topics as reuse of heritage buildings and participatory governance. Videos, audioquotes, podcasts and lots of animated content.

Publications on marine reserves and the Mediterranean Sea Regulation

EUROPE AND THE PROTECTION OF MARINE RESERVES

(Looks good on paper)

Design of 2 publications for the international NGO OCEANA on how marine reserves in European countries fare under present rules and regulations and what can be done to improve the level of protection and the quality of habitats.

IPES FOOD and BIOVISION Money Flows Report

BOOSTING INVESTMENT IN AGROECOLOGICAL RESEARCH FOR AFRICA

Design of the ‘Money Flows’ report

A sustainable agricultural model for a world under stress

Farms, communities and regions are engaging in agroecological transitions worldwide offering a pathway to more sustainable food production systems in a world under stress.
However, donors only reluctantly and incompletely support the spread of agro-ecology principles. This landmark report -designed by Hearts&Minds- investigates what is holding back investment in agroecological research for Africa and what can be done about it.

Cities leading the way on climate action

RETHINKING EUROPEAN CITIES FOR A CARBON-FREE FUTURE

Tackling the challenge from Tallinn to Porto

European cities taking climate action

Some states are dragging their feet, but European cities certainly aren't. This Eurocities publication -designed and produced by Hearts&Minds- tells the story of how cities act today against climate change in very tangible ways. Think: reducing the footprint of mobility, increasing energy efficiency of buildings, phasing out of natural gas and introducing a climate budget.

CELEBRATING EUROPEAN DEMOCRACY

Visual communication for Democracy Alive festival 2019 on the island of Texel

Design and roll-out of festival tools

European Movement international commissioned Hearts&Minds with the creation and production of a series of communication tools for the Democracy Alive festival on the Dutch island of Texel (11 to 14 April). "Make it fun and colourful. And stormproof, please!";)

KEEPING THE GHOSTS OF THE PAST AT BAY?

A toolkit to prevent conflict in the 21th century

EIP 10 commandments for preventive diplomacy

A light-hearted illustrated toolkit on a very serious matter: practical tips for diplomats on how to apply the principles of preventive diplomacy to avert tension and conflict among state and non-state actors.

SMALL REGION, BROAD HORIZONS

'Flanders is international' publication

Presenting Flanders region abroad

Hearts and Minds took care of the copywriting, design and production of a general presentation brochure (52p) for the Flemish governments' Department of Foreign Affairs. A concise overview of Flemish foreign affairs work ranging from tourism cooperation over aid to development projects to international trade agreements.

TIME FOR A REDESIGN, EUROPE?

Creation of the Sharing Europe identity

EMI Congress identity to mark the 70th anniversary of the Hague Congress 1948

Hearts&Minds designed the logo and the identity for the Sharing Europe event, hosted by the European Movement International and the City of the Hague in May 2018. Bringing the colours back into the European project!

THE CLIMATE URGENCY

Setting sail for a new paradigm?

CIDSE report on global 1,5°C target

In the runup to the Poland climate conference of december 2018, this CIDSE report aims to explore how a fundamental paradigm shift in our food and energy systems could greatly contribute to limit the rise in average global temperature to 1.5°C. Let's not give up the fight!

HEARTS & MINDS

Hearts & Minds is a Brussels-based communication and graphic design agency with a firm focus on European and international affairs. Basing ourselves on your content and your goals, it is our passion to shape your message and trigger the right action.

Branding, campaigns, identities, publications for print or web? Of course, we have the complete toolbox.

Yet with an understanding of and interest in the topics that drive the international agenda, we can really make the difference to help you win the hearts and reach the minds of your target audiences.

We work for NGO's, European associations, institutions and consortia.

SERVICES

Hearts & Minds offers:

Design of brochures, publications, identities, campaigns, websites, event tools (rollup, stand, banner) and infographics.
Hands-on project management from briefing to delivery.
A team of visual communication professionals with a complete skillset for web, print and creative.
A trusted network of outstanding suppliers in Brussels and beyond.
Good analytical skills and a keen interest in current international policy trends.
A compact team with short communication lines, fast turnaround and reasonable prices.

MEET THE TEAM

CHRISTOPH

PROJECT MANAGER

Follows your project from price offer to delivery and is your main point of contact. Passionate about international relations, knows the ins and outs of EU and international affairs. A keen eye for design combined with planning skills and a knack for world politics (and the Dolomites).

EMMANUEL

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Designs identities, logos, publications for web and print. Master of Visual arts and over 10 years experience in EU affairs communication as freelance and with different agencies. If he's not reachable, he might be out with his new bike trying to beat his own distance record!

DEBBY

GRAPHIC DESIGNER & ILLUSTRATOR

Creates custom illustrations, logos and identities, pictograms, infographics in a variety of different styles and with one thing in common: always smack-on brief. Hands-on and goal-oriented. Has degrees in journalism, graphic design and scuba-diving.

JULIEN

WEBDESIGNER

Designs and integrates templates for websites and apps. Keeps a close eye on UI/UX, executing all visual design stages from concept to engineering to final sign-off. His goal is to provide professional and high quality projects for total client satisfaction. European comic obsessive.

SARAH

ILLUSTRATOR

Creates illustrations, icons, comics and infographics. Has a degree in Comic and Graphic design and is a great visual storyteller. She masters different design programs but always starts out her ideas and sketches on paper. When not working, you can find her travelling the lesser explored corners of the world.

PHILIP

COPYWRITER / EDITOR

Writes crystal clear English copy to explain, persuade and build relationships. Strong on ideas, his work is just as effective whether it's for the European Commission or for one of Europe's leading brands. His copywriting has won awards in Paris, London, Sydney and New York.