who we are
Madelina Collective is a global network who are interested in creating positive change in the world through social design, advocacy, art, and collaboration. Anyone who aligns with our mission is welcome to become an affiliate where they have access to our private social platform and projects.
where the name “madelina” comes from
The name Madelina was inspired by the reclaiming of my lineage and connection to the land of California. Like the name California, the name Madelina is my imagination’s frontier. It transports me to being a child and hearing my name “Madeline” being called out by my aunts and abuelita from Mexico. Madelina was the name called when I was being defiant and wild. This name has grown to become synonymous with my sense of “knowing” and “belonging” in the world. I believe the mischievous childlike curiosity that drives creation against the backdrop of ancestral memory is foundational for any free thinker and artist. I thought, what better way to bring creative people together than in reference to this name?
Founder, Madeline Hodges
history
2016- Trademarked CARBON STUDIOS
2016- Trademarked CARBON
2016- Launched Carbon Art Collective
2017- Carbon Art Collective released short film, “Creative State of Nature”
2017- Carbon Art Collective hosted a wellness day-retreat for artists, “ORIGINS”, in Downtown Los Angeles
2020- Re-Launched as Madelina Collective
2020- Madelina Collective initiated it’s first archival book, “20 WOMXN IN 2020”
2021- MC Affiliates joined the board of non-profit RCO, “The Happier Life Project”
2021- Madelina Collective launched ModernMonk Journal + Podcast
FAQs
Do I need to pay to be an affiliate?
it’s free to become an affiliate and receive all affiliate access. affiliates who join in or after 2022 will pay an annual membership fee.
What are the benefits of being an affiliate?
access to a private social network that doesn’t sell your data. an opportunity to meet and collaborate with new people. have your work featured in ModernMonk Journal. access to free classes/workshops/talks for affiliates only.
Are there in person meetings?
MC launched during the pandemic so we have remained a virtual platform only. classes/workshops/talks will be hosted virtually on airmeet. we expect to host events in Los Angeles and Melbourne by 2022.
Will I get paid for projects?
any affiliate who is involved in a ‘profitable project’ will receive a contract from MC and payment for contribution. if the project makes a profit, you make a profit. most projects are 100% donation based and affiliates will receive credit and access to project assets. projects are focused on social design methodology.
Do I have to be on social media?
MC values privacy. our private social platform is not provided by facebook and no data will be sold. you won’t be required to post on instagram or any other platform to collaborate on projects. we care about the work and our relationships.
What do I have to do?
all projects, virtual summits, and access to social platform are optional to you. if you want to expand your network and use the private social platform, you are welcome. if you want to start a business and need resources, you are welcome. if you hate facebook, you are welcome.