Fundacion Octaedro

Fundacion Octaedro is a not-for-profit organization working since 1995 to promote and develop the arts, sciences and visual communication. We are based in Quito, Ecuador but work with people and organizations from around the world. Our projects are conceived from a social and cultural perspective, with an emphasis on the needs of the country.

We help to empower proactive citizens through cultural, artistic and scientific activities. We aim for justice, solidarity and creativity in all our actions.

We are committed to the following objectives:

• To become a leading educational and cultural institution that proposes new answers to the problems facing our cities, communities and country.
• To have a positive influence in public policymaking related to the arts, sciences and visual communications in Ecuador.
• To help promote open dialogue and expression in urban and rural zones.
• To help build more creative, equitable and sustainable communities.