I am a holistic urbanist, learning advocate, and essayist exploring empowerment, cultural reclamation, and history through words and images. Through my work in affordable housing development, urban revitalization and education, I have spent my career rethinking how cities grow, how communities thrive, and how history shapes our future.

This space is where my passions converge—where essays on urbanism, empowerment, and cultural reclamation stand alongside reflections on history, jazz, art, and African American maritime heritage. I believe storytelling is a powerful tool, whether it’s through the lens of a camera, the rhythm of a poem, the depth of historical analysis, or the creative expression of culture and place.

Through my writing and images, I explore the intersections of place, culture, and progress—from the fight for equitable cities to the legacy of Harriet Tubman, from the power of learning to the hidden histories of Black seafarers. Each piece invites us to think critically, imagine boldly, and engage meaningfully with the world.

I invite you to explore, reflect, and connect.