Week 255 in Detroit.
This week is all about innovation. Innovation is a buzzword so let’s deal with that. Innovation is also a mindset. The innovation mindset should be open to change and if we’re open to change, we not only create more equitable products and services but as leaders, we become more equitable in our institutions. I worry that using innovation to combat systemic racism or systemic sexism minimizes the experience of communities of color & women. I’ll talk about that risk. I want to know if you think that’s too great a risk and we should not use the language of innovation around human rights for our communities.
Innovation also offers a view, however, that highlights the power and value of inclusion and equity. I hope to inspire a generation of innovators who see equity and equality as fundamental — prerequisites — of any new products or services. Does that provide the positive change we all seek?
This week’s YouTube video:
NASA Photo contest: https://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/tournament-earth . Check out these amazing photos and vote on the winners. Super cool.
