Voices in Action
“I am Austin Parks and Recreation” is a Voices engagement celebrating the people behind Austin's parks and recreation system. Through conversations, portrait photography, and participant profiles, the project explored what gives employees purpose, strengthened recognition across the department, and culminated in a public exhibition at Austin City Hall.
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"I am Austin Parks and Recreation"
“When you step up into the tree canopy, you’re standing in a spot no one has ever stood before.” —Richard
“Our team does more than lifeguard. We run the facility, build rapport with the public, enforce the rules—we’re stewards of something irreplaceable. We’re stewards of the springs.” —Lily
“Growing up, it was just me and my mom. Youth sports is where I found my brothers and sisters, my sense of belonging. I wanted to give that back.” —D.J.
“Growing up we didn’t have a backyard, so parks were very important for us. Now they’re my grandkids’ backyard.” —Ann
“As public workers, we have a responsibility to undo systems that keep people from accessing parks.”
—Jimmy
“I love watching the kids grow, seeing them through high school, off to college, and watching them come back looking for jobs.”
— Mia
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