PROJECT FREEWAY: 1 MONTH UPDATE

by Quang Vu In between our group conversations and the long sweltering summer drives we found time to familiarize ourselves with the almost indescribable places and food offered in Alief. From filling our bellies with El Salvadorian and Mexican dishes at Amaya’s...

PROJECT FREEWAY: REFLECTING ON COMMUNITY

by Quang Vu What we are seeing is that the artists, who reside in Alief, are finding unique approaches to create creative communities. As we visit and gather insightful experiences, we continue to challenge our own perceptions. With every visit, we are learning more...
PROJECT FREEWAY: AN INTRO TO ALIEF

PROJECT FREEWAY: AN INTRO TO ALIEF

The DiverseWorks team kicked off Project Freeway on June 13th, with a group field trip to Southwest Houston–Alief, Texas, the team’s home away from home for the next few weeks. Here we’ll explore, meet, and get to know the diverse communities that co-exist within the...