INTERACTIVE ROOTS

08/12/2025

“Dreams are rehearsals for other worlds.” ✨

08/12/2025

Today we honor Frank Gehry not only for the masterpieces he built, but for the way he built them — with fearless devotion to his inner compass.

Gehry believed that creativity was a spiritual journey. He understood that true innovation comes from alignment — when your mind, heart, and soul move in the same direction.

He showed us that creative courage isn’t loud or rebellious.

It’s quiet.
Steady.
Deeply honest.

It’s the willingness to stay true to who you are, even when others don’t understand your vision yet.

His work teaches us that beauty comes from integrity, not imitation — and that our greatest creations emerge when we stop chasing approval and start listening inward.

To honor the legacy of his creative spirit, please consider supporting the arts education programs he cared so deeply about, Turnaround Arts (turnaroundartsca.org)

08/12/2025

Today we honor Frank Gehry not only for the masterpieces he built, but for the way he built them — with fearless devotion to his inner compass.

Gehry believed that creativity was a spiritual journey. He understood that true innovation comes from alignment — when your mind, heart, and soul move in the same direction.

He showed us that creative courage isn’t loud or rebellious.

It’s quiet.
Steady.
Deeply honest.

It’s the willingness to stay true to who you are, even when others don’t understand your vision yet.

His work teaches us that beauty comes from integrity, not imitation — and that our greatest creations emerge when we stop chasing approval and start listening inward.

To honor the legacy of his creative spirit, please consider supporting the arts education programs he cared so deeply about, https://turnaroundartsca.org/donate/

27/11/2025

The strongest trees grow deep, not just tall.

2025 taught us that the best things we build aren't always the ones people see—they're the foundations we create together.

To everyone who was part of this year's journey: grateful to be building something solid with you.

Here's to 2026. 🌲

04/11/2025

Every résumé tells a story — shaped by experience, perspective, and possibility.

In a recent campaign with Clara, we shared stories from professionals whose talent and potential weren’t always fully recognized by traditional hiring systems. Their journeys remind us why equitable, bias-resistant hiring matters — because opportunity should be based on ability, not assumptions.

As companies evolve, the language around inclusion is shifting too. What some once called DEIB is now becoming bias-resistant hiring — a reflection of how this work continues to adapt in a changing world.

But the goal hasn’t changed: build fair, forward-thinking workplaces that see people for who they are and value what each individual brings to the table.

When hiring becomes more human, innovation follows.

16/10/2025

“A house divided against itself cannot stand.” — Abraham Lincoln, 1858

When Abraham Lincoln spoke these words, he was warning that a nation built on contradiction cannot last — that freedom and injustice, unity and division, cannot coexist.

Today, his warning feels closer than ever. While Democrats remain in Washington working to end the government shutdown, many Republicans have yet to return to D.C. — not showing up to negotiate or do the jobs they were elected to do.

The result? A divided House and a stalled government — at the expense of millions of hardworking Americans.

Federal employees are going without paychecks. Families are struggling to afford groceries, rent, and medicine. Public servants who keep our nation running are being asked to serve without pay or benefits.

This is not what government of the people, by the people, and for the people should look like. Democracy demands accountability — and leaders who show up for those they represent.

As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, Lincoln’s words remind us that unity, compassion, and dialogue are the foundation of freedom. A divided house cannot stand — and a silent one cannot serve.

✨ Join the conversation and learn more about the Experience Democracy project — a storytelling and civic education initiative dedicated to renewing America’s founding ideals for a new generation.

16/10/2025

This July 4th, 2026 marks the Semiquincentennial — the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.

At the heart of it all: Life. Liberty. The pursuit of Happiness.

✨ Join us as we launch "Experience Democracy", We’re not asking you to choose a party. We’re asking you to choose life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, core principles of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.

For this generation and future generations. This time—for all of us.

Interested in getting involved? Reach out to learn more and be part of this historic moment.

21/09/2025

🌐 United Nations International Day of Peace – September 19, 2025 🌐

Today, we honor the vision of a world where peace, dignity, and equality are not just ideals—but realities for everyone, on a healthy planet we all share.

Peace begins with awareness and grows when we take action. Every choice to listen, to understand, and to bridge divides contributes to a future where humanity thrives together.

Let today inspire us to reflect, to act, and to commit to a world where everyone can live with dignity, equality, and hope.

Join the global movement: https://www.un.org/en/observances/international-day-peace

21/09/2025

Freedom wasn’t given—it was fought for. 🇺🇸 We have an opportunity to learn from history and not repeat.

On November 16, 2025, Ken Burns’ The American Revolution premieres on PBS, bringing to life the story of how America was born and reminding us why democracy is worth protecting.

By supporting PBS, we’re not just funding a documentary. We’re protecting access to stories that unite us, challenge us, and inspire us.

🎬 Watch the trailer below, watch the series on PBS.

The American Revolution, a landmark documentary by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, premieres Nov. 16, 2025.

21/09/2025

Starting a business is always a leap of faith. At Fast Company’s Innovation Festival, the panel Exit Strategy: How These Founders Built Brands Buyers Couldn’t Ignore highlighted how today’s entrepreneurs are scaling with intention and building brands buyers can’t overlook.

This clip features Sarah Gibson Tuttle, Founder & CEO of Olive & June, who shared how she built her company, secured investor funding, and made the choice to sell while continuing to lead because of her passion for the work.

For founders and entrepreneurs, it’s a reminder to trust your vision, seek the right partners, and build with purpose. Being part of this community reinforces the commitment to missions that matter.

19/09/2025

At Fast Company’s Innovation Festival this week, we dove into a powerful discussion: On the Frontlines: Inside the ACLU’s Fight for Civil Rights, exploring the urgent issues facing civil liberties today.

The conversation featured Yasmin Cader, Chase Strangio, and Ben Wizner from the ACLU, moderated by Amy Farley.

In this clip, Ben Wizner highlights:

“The Trump administration is being innovative in all the ways it is trying to censor.”

“The Trump administration signed an executive order to strengthen the First Amendment of free speech within government, yet they are the most censoring administration in modern history — one can argue more so than during McCarthyism.”

It’s a reminder that knowing our Constitutional rights and the history behind them helps us protect the civil liberties so many have fought to defend.

The ACLU has spent over 100 years defending civil rights and freedoms. Their work is more important than ever — explore their mission and support their efforts: https://www.aclu.org

19/09/2025

We’re inspired by movements that change culture — and Lilith Fair did just that.

By amplifying female artists, challenging industry norms, and building community, Sarah McLachlan created a platform that redefined what was possible in music. That legacy continues today, reminding us that empowerment and representation are not trends — they are the foundation of progress.

We’re committed to carrying this spirit forward by supporting emerging voices and creating spaces where artists can thrive.

Watch Sarah reflect on Lilith Fair’s lasting impact:

More than a year after nearly losing her voice, Sarah McLachlan is celebrating a new album and a documentary about the legacy of the groundbreaking music fes...