With unwavering dedication, Miuccia Prada has firmly established herself as the visionary Director of Fondazione Prada, pledging her commitment to shaping both the present and the limitless future horizons. This dedicated promise mirrors her remarkable devotion over the past three decades, illuminating a path towards innovative brilliance.
Founded in 1993 by the visionary minds of Miuccia Prada and Patrizio Bertelli, Fondazione Prada is a cultural marvel that attests to their profound belief that art and scholarship are not merely valuable but essential tools for deciphering the ever-evolving tapestry of our world. It serves as a kaleidoscope through which we may glimpse the transformations taking place around us, approaching these shifts with curiosity and providing fresh, captivating perspectives for our collective understanding.
A newly formed Steering Committee, seamlessly integrated into the dynamic landscape of Fondazione Prada, brings together diverse minds to unravel the profound currents of our era and shed light on the enigmatic path toward our collective destiny. Working alongside President and Director Miuccia Prada are the astute General Manager Cristian Valsecchi, Head of Programs Chiara Costa, and the dedicated internal team. The Steering Committee features luminaries from academia, science, art, film, and scholarship, including Giuliana Bruno, holder of the Emmet Blakeney Gleason Professorship in Visual and Environmental Studies at Harvard University; Giancarlo Comi, the esteemed Honorary Professor of Neurology at the Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele in Milan; Theaster Gates, an artist and activist, who also holds a position at the University of Chicago’s Department of Visual Arts; Alejandro González Iñárritu, the master of cinematic storytelling, scriptwriting, and production; and Salvatore Settis, the archaeological expert and venerable art historian, who holds the honored title of Professor Emeritus at the Scuola Normale Superiore in Pisa.
Fondazione Prada extends its influence through a vast network of collaborators, encompassing artists, curators, scientists, scholars, filmmakers, architects, musicians, and intellectuals. Its extensive program, spanning three venues in Milan and Venice since 2011, with additional chapters unfolding in Shanghai, Tokyo, and New York since 2018, establishes a resonant dialogue with a global and multifaceted audience. Innovation and learning flourish within this framework, unrestricted by the confines of hierarchical interpretation. Fondazione Prada champions active, inclusive participation, embracing the tapestry of identities, sensibilities, and paradigms woven by diverse communities and individuals.
A special emphasis is placed on nurturing the next generation, with projects tailored for children and students. Educational and exhibition initiatives harmonize with schools, universities, and research centers worldwide, spanning the realms of humanities, sciences, and visual arts. Fondazione Prada is more than a sanctuary of ideas; it is a beacon guiding knowledge seekers through the ever-evolving cosmos of human creativity.