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14/04/2022

Today we have Sovanchan Sorn, a multidisciplinary artist. She shares how her identity influences her work and how she hopes to make an impact in the art space.

I met Sovanchan through Instagram. I don’t remember what exactly what brought us together, but we began developing a friendship. Now, I feel like we’re sisters, connected on a deeper level, beyond our identities of being Cambodian women in the creative space. In today’s spotlight, Sovanchan di...

11/04/2022

Meet Kiri, a Seattle based designer who launched a Kickstarter around the alphabets highlighting Cambodian culture + heritage.

I love the internet because I love discovering Khmer people doing amazing things such as amplifying our heritage and culture. Meet Kiri, a Seattle based designer who launched a Kickstarter around Cambodian alphabets. I’m so excited to share this among thecnnekt community. Learn more about her insp...

21/03/2022

Dani gets real about launching her small business Pawtanicals. Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DWb-zzR9ngc

14/03/2022

Meet Frami, an educator, a mother, and founder of ANIW, a jewelry collection to remind you to love yourself. Frami shares how she took a chance on herself and launched her brand in hopes to inspire women to feel their best selves.

Meet Frami, an educator, a mother, and founder of ANIW , a jewelry collection to remind you to love yourself. Frami shares how she took a chance on herself and launched her brand in hopes to inspire women to feel their best selves. Read her small business story today. Frami, you’re a mom and t

22/02/2022

Juliette Nelson is a business professional, doctoral student, and entrepreneur. In today’s spotlight, she discusses her business NURLIENS, an eyewear company that is sustainably made and affordable for people, and how she got to this very moment.

Meet Juliette, a multi-faceted Black woman; she is a business professional, doctoral student, and entrepreneur. In today’s spotlight, she discusses her business NURLIENS , an eyewear company that is sustainably made and affordable for people, and how she got to this very moment. Learn more about J...

27/01/2022

T-minus 5 days until 🧧🙏🏼

To our Asian fam, do you have everything ready for the altar? Whether it’s traditional dishes or your own third-culture way, we’re excited to honor our ancestors. 🍊



📸 Photo by RODNAE Productions

26/08/2021

Simone Saunders, BSW, MSW, RSW, is the founder of the The Cognitive Corner and a therapist with DiveThru. Today, she shares what inspired her to get into clinical social work, what healing means to her, and how to start therapy if you’re curious. https://bit.ly/3Din1Gd

I discovered Simone Saunders as I was casually scrolling TikTok . As someone who has been in therapy for three ongoing years, I found her video content relatable and wanted to spread the word with thecnnekt community. She’s the founder of the Cognitive Corner and a therapist with DiveThru . Toda

03/08/2021

Ari is the founder of Cloud Ivey. She talks about sustainability, her passion for doing-things-herself, and launching a small business during a pandemic. Yes, you read that right. 🕯https://bit.ly/3jfh8Ax

I love the internet because you discover so many things and people. That is how we came across Ari, the founder of cloud ivey , a Black-owned candle business. In today’s spotlight Ari talks about her sustainability approach, her passion for doing-things-herself, and launching a small business d

29/07/2021

Chef Coy and Chandra are owners of Whisk & Whiskey, combining Cambodian and Trinidad flavors. 🔥 They share their love for food and community in today's spotlight.

A fusion restaurant with Trinidad and Cambodian eats was unheard of, and I never thought the two could combine! 🔥 So I had to check out Whisk and Whiskey Brooklyn myself. I was curious about the establishment and asked the creative owners, Chef Coy and Chandra, to share their story with us. In to

13/07/2021

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09/07/2021

What does "healing" mean to you? Petra Fox, founder of the Haus of Soul, shares her perspective and creating spaces for BIPOC women for growth and more.

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We have been exploring what does “healing” mean to folks. To give us some insight, we spoke to Petra Fox, founder of Haus of Soul, is a holistic wellness space curated for women to ignite the magic within. As we see social media normalize conversations about healing wounds, therapy, and self-aff

17/03/2021

Here's a list of educational resources and organizations to support.

Hi y’all, as we see the rise of anti-Asian attacks since the pandemic started, please see some educational resources and organizations to support.

11/03/2021

Carolina V. Valencia is the Communications and Digital Director of New York City Council.

Today, she discusses what it is like to be an immigrant Latina occupying white spaces and using her skills for good.

Carolina V. Valencia is the Communications and Digital director for NYC Council . Previously, she worked notable names such as Univision and The New York Times. Today, she shares how she’s using her skills and being multilingual for good and making an impact in the community. Read on 👀 Carol