​"Voice" is a pot-pourri of disparate, potent voices.
The greatest driver of change is within us all: our voice. This seemingly trite device can devise and realize change. at Blue Virtu, we recognize that one voice is not enough. even a hundred is not enough. The voice of change is culminated by voices of all identities, cultures, colors, faiths, and lives.
But, history has the unfortunate tendency of glorifying the voice of the oppressor rather than the trying voice of the oppressed. Together, let’s unlearn this distorted, detrimental practice; together, let’s learn better. In “Voice,” we talk to bold, impassioned thought leaders who are spurring indelible change in their community and our society.
Aurelio Valdez
Poet & Advocate
Born and raised in South Everett, Aurelio Valdez is an educator, poet, director, and advocate for increasing accessibility to education for all.
Nikkolas Smith
Artist
Nikkolas Smith is a concept artist who creates captivating art that sparks viral conversations and propels meaningful change.