@Charlia Acree just launched Capital M, a multimedia public humanities project documenting the lived experiences of DC mothers across all eight wards and multiple generations — and we are SO proud! She recently presented the project at its launch event in Penn Quarter, and this thing is moving. From oral history interviews to a culminating community art exhibition, Charlia is using her voice and her story to honor the women who hold Washington, DC together. This is exactly what Main Character energy looks like — vision, heart, and execution on full display. Using our voices & our confidence to serve the communities that matter to us most! Go show her some love and check out the project at https://www.capitalmdc.com/ !

- Talking over people - Rambling - Speaking in a condescending tone - Always needing to be right These are all things that I've done at some point in my life. What about you? It wasn't because I was a bad person, but because we are ALL taught communication habits within our households and communities. Some of those habits actually stifle connection rather than build it. Not many of us take the time or self-awareness to really develop better communication styles or seek tools to help us break the pattern. Here are some poor communication habits that could be pushing people away, and how to fix them through repetition. Which one resonates with you or someone you love?

My name is AP Faust, I am an artist working primarily in Collage. I am currently the Operations Director at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center where I also produce our concert series and gallery programming throughout the year. Excited to see this project grow and learn more about the folks in this network!

Let's get to know each other! Go to the "Discussions" Tab and share where you are in the world, a photo of your workspace, and something you like to do for fun. 😊 I'll go first! I'm Genesis Be, founder of Main Character Lab. I love watching American Dad and playing Zelda on Nintendo Switch. I'm based in Atlanta! I'm so psyched to work with you all... lets goooooooo