Communities
Where I Grow As A Person
Through my experiences, I have learned, that no one can succeed alone. We all need help. When we try to succeed on our own, we lose out on the ideas, perspectives, knowledge, and talents of others that can enrich our development and growth. Every single person has a lesson to teach us — whether we know it or not.
By accepting this mindset and opening ourselves up to the opportunities out there through others, the people we can meet and the places we can go can fill up an entire lifetime. Below, I will share the communities I have been apart of or are currently active in that shape me into the person that I am.
“We cannot live only for ourselves. A thousand fibers connect us with our fellow men.”
Dance Vancouver (2017-Current)
Back in 2017, I was looking for a way to engage and socialize with others. Freelancing can get lonely. So in order to exercise my body and mind, I started taking salsa classes. I already loved the music and the atmosphere. What I didn’t expect was falling in love with the dance and community.
From the DV Directors and Instructors to the dancers who participate in the classes, I have built some great relationships and enjoyed some amazing experiences on the dance floor and stage. Weekly classes helped me grow in commitment and dedication for a skill that I am passionate about.
Perhaps it isn’t obvious, but dancing has helped me become a better designer, and overall person. It helps balance my life, especially when life gets hectic or mundane. I encourage anyone to stick to whatever brings you joy, no matter what!
Communo
We believe the way agencies find and engage with talent needs to change. For the good of the work and the good of their businesses. We believe that fully employed doesn’t always mean fully engaged. And that there are true rewards in working for the many rather than working for the one. We believe that bigger teams don’t mean bigger ideas or a bigger bottom line. And that agencies shouldn’t staff for “Just in case” but rather “just in time.”
We believe it’s not about finding full time talent. It’s about finding full value. Because, when you’ve got the right person for the job, things just go better. Every time. We believe in access over process. Know-how over now what? We are a passionate community of agencies and makers. Work givers. And work takers. We are Communo. And we have work to do.
UMOJA (2015-2019)
Operation Compassionate Society of British Columbia
Umoja is a local non-profit organization in Guildford, Surrey, BC, Canada. Their services help new immigrant families and refugees assimilate into Canada through classes and programs. I have been volunteering with the Homework Club, Saturday Program, and Summer Camps since 2016. These programs for children ages 6-12 creates a space for learning English, playing games, making friends, field trips, and participating in local events.
I find great joy engaging and giving back to my local community. Through my experiences with UMOJA, I learned a lot about myself and others. Working with a great team of program coordinators, volunteers, and children, I practiced my communication skills, patience, time management and team building skills on a weekly or monthly basis.