It all started with an idea to bring the community together

Culture Connect was founded with a simple but powerful mission: to bring our community closer together. By celebrating diversity and fostering opportunities to share languages, traditions, and perspectives, the organization creates spaces where people from different backgrounds can truly connect. Through events, workshops, and cultural exchanges, Culture Connect promotes unity, inclusivity, and meaningful shared experiences that strengthen the bonds within our community.

My Role in Culture Connect

As I contribute to Culture Connect, I focus on what I know best—creativity, design, and storytelling. While others are teaching, performing, or leading workshops, I shape the look, feel, and flow of our events.

Designer – I changed the logo, design posters, and flyers that give Culture Connect its visual identity. Each piece is designed to feel welcoming, vibrant, and inclusive.

Content Creator – I manage content for social media, crafting posts that share our mission, highlight upcoming events, and capture the joy of our community gatherings.

Event Planner – I help plan events that blend culture, learning, and celebration, making sure every detail—from activities to flow—feels thoughtful and engaging.

Event Host & Organizer – On event days, I don’t just work behind the scenes—I welcome guests, introduce activities, and help people feel at ease.

Old Logo

Highlights & Impact

Some of my favorite moments come from standing in the middle of a busy event—looking around and seeing people from completely different backgrounds laughing, talking, and learning from one another. A simple poster I design might bring them there. A schedule I help plan might guide their day. But the real impact is in the connections that continue long after the event ends.

From cultural showcases to language exchanges, every gathering teaches me that design and organization aren’t just technical skills—they’re tools for building bridges. Knowing that my contributions help people feel seen, celebrated, and connected makes this journey deeply meaningful.

Reflection

Being part of Culture Connect is more than volunteering—it is a chance to live out what I believe: that creativity has the power to bring people together. While others are compensated for their work, I choose to give my time and skills freely, because I deeply value what this organization stands for.

This journey continues to shape not only my portfolio, but also my perspective. It reminds me every day that the work I do as a designer, educator, and creator goes beyond screens and flyers—it touches real people, and it can leave a lasting mark on a community that is still growing, learning, and connecting together.