Fusing Math, Art, and Culture for Inclusive Innovation in design, teaching and learning.
Diarra Bousso is a Senegal-raised and Silicon Valley-based entrepreneur, creative mathematician, and multidisciplinary artist. She is the founder and creative director of the conscious lifestyle brand Diarrablu.
DESIGNER
In the world of fashion, Diarra Bousso stands out as a visionary designer committed to sustainability and innovation. At the heart of DIARRABLU, her fashion tech company, lies a profound dedication to reducing waste through algorithmic design and crowdsourcing. Diarra's creations embody the fusion of technology and traditional craftsmanship, where sustainability is a journey rooted in how clothes are produced. Through DIARRABLU, she demonstrates that design can be both beautiful and responsible, paving the way for a conscious era of fashion that honors our planet and its people.
ARTIST
Diarra Bousso is an artist and photographer. Her work, deeply rooted in her Senegalese heritage, explores themes of identity, heritage, and the intricate dance between order and chaos. Diarra's art is a dialogue between her African roots and her scholarly pursuits in mathematics, creating a unique visual language that resonates with a global audience. Her contributions to black-centered art, as highlighted in Forbes, showcase her commitment to portraying the richness of African culture while challenging conventional narratives. Her recent fusion of AI with her traditional artistic methods challenges conventional notions of artistic expression.
EDUCATOR AND SPEAKER
Diarra Bousso's influence as an educator transcends conventional classroom boundaries. Holding a Master’s degree in Mathematics Education from Stanford University, she pioneered an innovative teaching approach that intertwines art with mathematics, earning acclaim from the American Math Society. As an occasional guest lecturer at Stanford, she provides educators with creative tools for math instruction. Her distinctive lesson plans, embraced by over 20,000 educators nationwide, are transforming math education and encouraging students to embrace creativity and design in math classrooms. Diarra’s initiatives challenge traditional teaching theory, promoting a shift towards more inclusive, engaging, and culturally sustaining pedagogy.