We’ve been working on our publication and platform for almost a decade because we deeply believe that the world will be a far more empathetic and collaborative place if we all had the ability to know each other’s stories. The past decade has brought unimaginable challenges along the way, but we persevere because we believe this is mission worth never giving up on. We often are inspired by the folks we’ve featured and their commitment to their respective missions and so we asked some of them to talk to us about this very topic and have share some responses below.
Celesté Rodriguez
Doing it right. One of my core beliefs is doing it right, because how you do anything is how you do everything. The fine line between “good enough” and “perfectionism”. Whether it takes you 1 time or 15 times, you learn how to become better each time until you’re honestly satisfied with the work you’ve done. Read more>>
Chalyce Macoskey
The project I’m most deeply committed to is the documentary honoring my friend, Cole Brings Plenty—a story that was misrepresented and misunderstood. Cole wasn’t just a media headline; he was an artist, a storyteller, and a presence that was opening doors for Indigenous voices in Hollywood. Read more>>
Carla Ferreira
I envision Hogan Park at Highlands Creek becoming nothing less than a national treasure on par with New York City’s High Line or the National Sculpture Garden in Washington, D.C. Already, visitors from across the country are coming to experience the art we’ve brought to life here in Aurora, and that momentum only strengthens my belief in what this park is destined to become. Read more>>
