Get ready for an illuminating conversation on the latest episode of Human Scale! Join co-hosts Meredith Ray and Patrick Cooley as they are joined by LS3P’s Innovation Leader Espy Harper, Architect Zakiya Wiggins, and Practice Professional Melanie Simmons.

In this episode Espy, Zakiya and Melanie share how they recently came together to present at the AIA Aspire Conference about tough conversations surrounding minorities in the AEC industry. They discuss the racial discrepancies in everyday design, how they affect the community that utilizes them, and how the AEC industry can approach these challenges head on. 

They also discuss the challenges minorities have faced throughout history in the AEC industry. Through their personal stories they share how these disparities have affected their personal lives, the lives of their families, and their community.

Tune in now for our final episode of 2024 - one filled with thoughtful discussion, difficult topics, and hope for a better tomorrow.

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