Hi, my name is Hope Akello (they/them) and I’m a designer based
on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw and səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ peoples.
I’m passionate about leveraging technology to design experiences that help people navigate complex systems.
Tools / Skills
Experience
Freelance/Contract Designer: New Media Gallery, Emily Carr University, City of Vancouver Parks Board, Pause & Effect, Higgzfield Educational Media, Vancouver Queer Film Festival, Foundry BC
Education
2025
Software Engineering Diploma, Brainstation
2017
BDES Industrial Design with a minor in Social Practice + Community Engagement, Emily Carr University of Art + Design
Awards
Digital Public Square and Canada for Code: Hack the Divide Hackathon, first place (2025)
Canadian Institutes of Health Research Hacking Health Hackathon, first place $30 000 (2018)
Emily Carr University, Inclusive Design Award (2017)
British Council Students for Social Impact Award, $10 000 (2016)
Scotiabank Platform Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition, first place (2015)
Garfield Weston Award, $60 000 (2010)
Mayor’s Scholarship for Community Leadership (2010)
United Way Winnipeg, Youth Leader in Action (2010)