Through her experience in volunteering and in growing up in a family of refugees, Stephanie is dedicated to serving communities creatively and collaboratively. She enjoys gathering ideas and making it real with others to create a sense of place. She believes every person deserves a safe place to be and to belong and it takes a collective effort to do so by listening and engaging through thoughtful design.
Hence, fostering sustainable, healthy, affordable and equitable communities is important and, as an AmeriCorps alumni and first generation graduate, she hopes to continue the experience of and to learn more about how to do so by adding a positive influence and value to people and to the environment by being a part of the Third Place Design Co-operative, where voices are heard.
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Telekinesis. It gives the ability to move and act or to slow down and pause. This could allow for some sense of agency in our environment.
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Currently, Waikiki Beach, where the Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean. The native landscape has been restored and incorporates elements of Maya Lin’s artwork with the landscape’s cultural and ecological history. It’s beautiful, the air is refreshing, and it is a place of fond memories.
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One small act of kindness. What is something I can do to bring positive energy to the communities I am a part of, whether that be with teams, with family, or with friends?
And food, sharing food with loved ones brings joy. What’s next on the menu?
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Stephanie Lam
Co-op Member
