Stephen Parvaresh
Our past shapes us. We can choose to fight it, or choose to embrace it. How we decide then becomes our story, and our story is our power. It’s what dictates what we put back into our community, into humanity, into ourselves.
I’m honored to share Stephen’s story as it touches on the art of embracing who we are. We each have something unique to offer, and that’s worth being proud of.
Melody Afkami
Too often we feel the need to conform to what others think we should feel, be, and do. Melody has pushed through barriers to find meaning and happiness in what she does and who she is, through dance.
Melody's story is the first in our series of films featuring Austin-based folks exhibiting perseverance and grit, elevating our community with empathy and perspective.
