Guiding Principles

These are some principles that guide my work.

I am deeply grateful to the guides, friends, colleagues and organizations across time and space that have inspired these.

Culture is the Salt in the Stew: Culture is the tangible materials, shared beliefs, and social practices that shape how we express ourselves, view the world, mobilize, relate, and lead. We each hold the power—and responsibility—to nurture the culture of our organizations and communities in positive ways.

Creativity is the Compass: Envisioning, designing, and building a future that is radically better than what might otherwise exist demands risk-taking, unconventional connections, and imagination.

In the Margins: We commit to creating spaces that honor us all - through intersectional, liberatory, and joyous design -  as a strategy to disrupt systemic inequities.

Remembering is Innovation, Too: Creating something lasting and meaningful is also a chance for legacy-building by celebrating and incorporating what has worked in the past.

We are Spiraling: Change and growth are cyclical and spiral in nature. With each turn, as we integrate the lessons learned, we grow awareness and understanding. 

There’s a Journey from A to B: The process is as valuable as the outcome. Thoughtfully developed processes build strong, adaptable foundations that support lasting success.

Know Your Roles: As a Weaver and Builder in the Social Change Ecosystem, I connect people, ideas, and resources to create something larger than ourselves.