research
Welcome to my portfolio of research and graphic design. My research goals have been focused on exposing systemic racism as feature, not a bug, in American societies from the first settler-colonialist to the present day. Patriarchal white supremacy is baked into the foundation of the systems that govern our lives; from criminal justice to social services, racist and sexist biases are inherent. In order to break down these oppressive structures, they must first be identified and understood.
abolition
Prisoners of a Broken System: Investigating the Relationship Between High Imprisonment Rates and Access to Inpatient Mental Health Care in Maryland - A Bayesian Analysis (February 2024)
Pleading Change: Unraveling the Impact of Bail Reform on Guilty Pleas in Harris County - An Ex-Post Policy Analysis (December 2023)
Equal Justice Under the Law: Examining the Impacts of Bail Reform in Harris County - A Proposed Study Outlined (May 2023)
The Price of Pretrial Detention: Avoidable Impacts of Pretrial Detention on Families and Children - A Research Proposal (May 2023)
Empty Promises of Prosperity: Prison Towns and Quality of Life in Rural Georgia - A Spatial Analysis (November 2023)
immigration
Ending Immigrant Detention in the United States - A Policy Brief (April 2022)
Karnes Family Immigration Prison as an Adult Immigration Prison: Why Expedited Removal and Immigrant Detention Must End (July 2022)
history
Constructing Bad Men: Literary Myths and Protectionist Masculinity (December 2018)
Elias Boudinot: Editor in Assimilation (May 2018)
Indigenous Identity Outside the National Narrative: An Analysis of Indigenous Resilience in Mexico (December 2017)
design
maps
dashboards
work with me!
DREAM Analytics is a moniker that I work under in my personal time to offer my data skills to non-profit and grassroots organizations at low or no costs.
Ideally, I hope to grow this into a network of data activists to share skills and support the greater movement for abolition of the prison industrial complex and the white supremacist systems rooted in settler-colonialism that perpetuate harm and have committed genocide on the continent known as North America for centuries against anyone outside the white anglo protestant elite, most notably against Indigenous and African people.
Email me at trashability56@gmail.com if you are interested in collaborating. I am on Instagram but not very active, but I will reply to DMs and welcome followers @trashability56 (I usually post pup photos and examples of my graphics).
Mission
Our mission is to provide non-profit and grassroots organizations with tailored data services that not only enhance their operational efficiency but also contribute to dismantling systemic inequalities.
Values
At DREAM Analytics, we believe in transforming data into a catalyst for positive change. We are dedicated to ensuring that every data-driven initiative aligns with our commitment to equity, justice, and abolition.
- Data Liberation for Equity: We view data as a tool for liberation. Our services are designed to liberate valuable insights that empower organizations to identify and address disparities, including unknown implicit biases, and advance equity in their missions.
- Collaborative Empowerment: DREAM Analytics collaborates directly with organizations, recognizing their expertise and unique insights into the communities they serve. Through collaborative empowerment, we aim to build sustainable data-driven practices that amplify the impact of social justice initiatives.
- Abolitionist Mindset in Action: We actively integrate an abolitionist mindset into every facet of our work. By challenging conventional data practices and dismantling oppressive norms, we strive to contribute to the broader movement for social and systemic change, and ultimately toward a society without police and prisons.
- Innovation and Adaptability: We are committed to continuous innovation and adaptability. As the social landscape evolves, so do our methodologies. DREAM Analytics embraces emerging technologies and novel approaches to deliver cutting-edge data solutions.
- Ethical Data Practices: Ethical considerations are at the core of our work. We uphold the highest standards of data privacy, security, and transparency. Our ethical data practices ensure that the insights derived from data are used responsibly and with the utmost respect for individual rights.
favorite resources
- Abolition
- Immigration
- Mental Health