Creando Sustain
A school for building futures that actually last — where imagination meets survival skills.
About the programme
An intensive 8-session evening laboratory (2× per week) for young creatives. Develop a project prototype rooted in your reality, with mentorship and peer support. Tue & Thu evenings — 11 Nov to 6 Dec (in person). Full attendance required. All participants completing the program receive a stipend.
Methodologies
Contextual Design
Design from your own stories, culture, and environment.
Popular Education
Learning as a collective act of resistance.
Radical Data
Desire → Systems → Imagination → Making.
Team
Co-hosted by Radical Data, Plataforma Aruba, Metabolic Foundation, Counter/Narratives & Afaina de Jong. See partners →
Location
RAA! (Residencia Artistico Aruba) Caya Betico Croes 110, Oranjestad, Aruba
Language
Sessions in English, with support in Papiamento and Spanish.
Open intro session
Sat, 18 Oct — 11:00 at RAA!. We presented the school's vision and programme. Watch the recorded info session below:
How to apply
After the intro, submit a short motivation letter or video on WhatsApp: +297 568 9420
Apply to Creando Sustain
For young creatives aged 18–30
How to Apply
Attend our intro session on Sat, 18 Oct — 11:00 at RAA!
Submit a short motivation letter or video
We'll review and get back to you
WhatsApp: +297 568 9420
FAQs
Who can join?
Young creatives aged 18–30, based in the ABC SSS Islands.
What's the time commitment?
8 evening sessions (2× per week) from 11 Nov to 6 Dec. Full attendance required.
Is there financial support?
Yes, a stipend is awarded upon completion of the program.
What will I create?
You'll develop a project prototype rooted in your reality, with mentorship and peer support.
How do I apply?
Attend the intro session, then submit a motivation letter or video on WhatsApp.