Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast host Erick interviews Nigerian-American Rashid Owoyele — managing partner at Transekt Agency in Berlin, Germany. Rashid is a transdisciplinary designer who explores social innovation, economic justice, and identity as an American expatriate. He breaks down what transdisciplinary design is, the underfunding of social work, and biases in institutional spaces. Rashid also speaks with Erick about building a BIPOC and queer platform cooperative and navigating life as a Black resident in Germany. From Occupy Wall Street to facilitating UN workshops in Thailand, Rashid’s journey is as expansive as it is inspiring. Whether you’re passionate about holistic problem-solving or social justice across demographics, this conversation will energize you.
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