Whitney Meilan is a writer, artist, dog mom, noodle-enthusiast, and creator of Mixed Change. She is a mixed race, Asian-American woman born in Hong Kong and raised primarily in Shanghai, China.

Whitney’s vision for Mixed Change is to amplify the voices of people directly impacted by injustice, and to challenge normative narratives that further oppression and injustice.

Whitney has worked with individuals and groups fighting for migrant justice, abolition, racial justice, international human rights, Indigenous self-determination, trans rights, and so much more.

She believes that storytelling and cultural work have to be part of any movement for change.Whitney earned her MA Social Justice & Human Rights from Arizona State University, and her BA Sociology & Cultural Studies from University of London.

She has over ten years of experience working at nonprofits and social enterprises, most recently as the director of programming and communications at a grassroots human rights organization.

In her spare time she likes to go for long nature walks with her husband and three dogs, whom she often refers to as munchkins.

Emma is a queer, interdisciplinary web developer and graphic designer living in Portland, Maine (unceded Aucocisco land), where she spends her time bowling, nosing through old bookshops, and organizing with Portland’s labor cadre.

Emma holds an Associate’s degree in Graphic Design and a BA in Arts & Labor Studies. She has been a freelance web developer for the last four years, and is passionate about integrating accessible design into digital spaces.

Beyond tech, Emma is deeply involved with labor movement spaces, locally and internationally. Her focus is on policy advocacy for women in the informal economy. She holds a certification in Sex Work Public Education and Advocacy, and has plans to continue with a Master’s degree in Gendered Labor Studies.

Amanda is a self-taught multi-disciplinary Artist and Brand Designer. She (or They) is a non-binary BIPOC individual dedicated to learning more about decolonization, re-indigenization, and what it means to be a global citizen.

Amanda’s chosen work is to build humanesque narratives that bridge and foster intimacy through Illustration, Graphic Design, and most recently, Animation. In her career, Amanda holds a decade of exploration in Branding, primarily through non-profit and wellness/holism.

Her other passions include human biomechanics, indigenous healing arts, anthropology, crafting, video games, and her 6-y/o pup, Chase!

ShaDrena is a multidisciplinary graphic designer specializing in brand design, web design, and development. She finds purpose in creating brand experiences for culturally rooted organizations that have a story to tell, giving them new life through design.

With over 10 years of experience, ShaDrena has led marketing and design initiatives for non-profits, startups, and SMBs as both a freelancer and full-time employee. She holds a BS in Psychology from Northern Arizona University and an MS in Marketing from East Texas A&M University.

Always exploring her creativity, in her free time, you can find her drawing letters, snapping photos, and seeking inspiration through her travels.

Janice is a graphic designer with eight years of industry experience working for design agencies. She has a BA from the Maryland Institute College of Art with a concentration in Sustainability and Social Practice. She loves supporting good causes, and cares deeply about human and animal rights.

In her free time, Janice enjoys hobbies like drawing, painting, and jewelry, and hopes to get back into printmaking and ceramics one day. A recent SF transplant, she likes to go on roadtrips, try new restaurants, and go on scenic hikes that aren't too strenuous.

Esther is a multi-disciplined artist and designer. She graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma, School of Design and works out of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Esther wants to fill the world with more love through her work.