“You have to act as if it were possible to radically transform the world. And you have to do it all the time.”
Angela Davis
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Ava Phương Thảo Nguyễn
Hello! I am a professor of communication studies and a diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging professional. I offer consulting services, speaking engagements, and professional development opportunities. For more, please peruse through my work.
upcoming events
In April, I presented a compelling talk titled "Racial Triangulation: At the Intersections of Anti-Blackness and Anti-Asian Hate," where I explored how Anti-Blackness manifests in the United States and advocated for the power of multi-racial coalitions in dismantling structural racism. I also connected with and interviewed local Black activists, gaining invaluable knowledge about their work in combating the symptoms of structural racism, such as houselessness and police violence/the carceral state. My aim was to shed light on their remarkable efforts and provide strategies and perspectives to foster intercultural relationships and promote racial justice. To view my talk, visit this link.
Faculty Lecturer of the Year
With respect and honor for the lands we gather on and the leaders before us, I would like to take a moment to acknowledge the Gabrieleño-Tongva Peoples, the original stewards of these sacred and unceded homelands.
The Tongva people’s history, language(s), cultural traditions, and legacy continue to shape this region and it is crucial to recognize their continuing presence in their homelands. I commit to educating myself on Native culture, struggles, and history.
Aho! Ashe!