Notes: My Life Outside of Tech

A collection of essays I've written, illustrations I've made, and communities I've been apart of. There are also links to things written about me.

The Value of Community for Black and Brown Designers
 
Inneract Project (IP) mentors and students during IP Studio(Summer 2019)

Inneract Project (IP) mentors and students during IP Studio(Summer 2019)

“During the course of your career, you will dedicate a lot of your time to your craft. This will include navigating in-office relationships, and building a professional network; trying to carve a space for yourself in an industry that doesn’t always recognize us, or our efforts. 

As a consequence of this reality, there will be days when you feel like an imposter, and yet still moments where you feel like you belong. It is for both of these moments — highs and lows — that you will need a community. Individuals who understand your struggles, and relish in your triumphs; both on a professional and a cultural level.”

 

I wrote a piece about the secret to longevity for Black and Brown designers in tech. Read the full article here.