In a recent conversation with Rico Morales at Pow Wow Grounds between an existing board member and Rico, they talked about why Rico joined the Alley Communications Board in February. Here’s some of what he had to say: “I was invited to join the Alley Board, the invitation felt like an opportunity to be celebrated rather than tolerated. My participation, presence, and very existence will make new pathways to dismantling White Supremacy.”
Rico went on to describe what he thought were the most important stories to be amplified in the alley:
- BIPOC stories
- Stories of recovery
- Restoration or restorative justice stories
- Stories of success
There are exciting contributions that Rico is already making to the Alley Board like his passion for bringing in new voices, his energy and good ideas. One of the specific improvements Rico is working on with Alley Communications is introducing a QR code to the pages of the alley. As Rico says, “We are living in a one-click world. We need a QR code that can give people the one-click opportunity to contribute to the paper’s content, make a donation, or get in touch with the people who help to put the paper together. With a QR code, an alley reader can become a creator.” One of the other things that Rico wants to see is improvements to the Alley Communications website.
Join Rico to pitch in and put your energy and ideas alongside of his to help to guide this vital community organization into new possibilities. Reach out to alley volunteer Susan Gust to learn more by emailing susananngust@gmail.com or text 612-414-6623!
