Enough Quote by Karla Souza
“There's not enough of those inclusive projects where I feel like I'm interpreting a human being and not just a statistic or a nationality.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Tech Inclusion Panel, 2021
The need for inclusive projects that see people as individuals, not just data points.
In simple terms: Create projects that treat people as humans, not statistics.
Key Takeaway
Design with human-centered focus.
Themes
inclusion
humanity
design
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product development
- community outreach
- policy making
Key Concepts
Empathy
representation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure projects humanize participants?
- What metrics capture human impact?
A Different Perspective
Balancing data-driven decisions with personal narratives can be challenging.
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