A creative’s guide to community-building

Powerful community-building means celebrating differences and welcoming unique perspectives.

I grew up on different continents—Africa, Europe, and North America. Having the privilege of living in and experiencing diverse countries and cultures during my formative years made it clear to me that, while we are all unique in many ways, there are still core things that are universal. We all want to nurture and spend time with our families. We all want to have fulfilling careers and to feel safe. We all value community.