“An Interventionist is someone that takes the time to fully understand a situation by being open to listening and collaborating with those around them for genuine change. Even though it takes time, that person puts in the work to better the situation in a way that enhances the lives of everyone involved.”
Demi Harris
DEMI HARRIS
Demi Harris (they/them) is a tutor at Charlotte's ourBRIDGE for KIDS. When they're not with the kids or fellow coworkers at ourBRIDGE, Demi is continuing their studies. Demi graduated from UNCC in 2019 with a degree in International Studies and a minor in Japanese, ultimately planning to become a proficient literature translator while spreading stories from the BIPOC and LGBTQ communities.
Demi is also committed to learning more about trauma-informed education and implementing that learning into all aspects of their life!
2020 FELLOW PROJECT
TINY CITY
Charlotte has had a heartbreaking homelessness crisis for the past decade. Like other cities around the country however, It has grown into an even bigger problem months into a pandemic. Our neighbors in Tent City need our help in more ways than one but this is a solution that has been proven to be effective. Tiny City is an emerging project that will be co-designed in partnership with those who are houseless to explore and develop creative ways to change policy, raise awareness, and, in the long term, create housing opportunities.