I recently attended an event where I had the chance to meet Cheryl D. Holmes-Miller, an advocate for diversity in the design industry. She works to increase the visibility and recognition of Black designers and address the challenges they face in the creative world. Her message inspired me to support these important changes.
Cheryl talked about the lack of representation of Black designers in the industry. For many years, Black professionals have been underrepresented in design schools, professional networks, and leadership roles in design firms. This lack of diversity makes it harder for Black designers to be noticed and valued. Cheryl believes it’s important to change this so the design world better reflects the diversity of society.
Cheryl also works on creating spaces where Black designers can thrive. She encourages the creation of organizations, events, and online platforms that support Black designers and promote their work. These spaces help build communities where designers can connect, collaborate, and share their work with more people. I was inspired by her commitment to making the design industry more inclusive and will work to support similar efforts through my own work.
