Eris Lorienne

Hello, my name is Eris. I am a systems-thinker with over 20 years of experience creating works that explore the intersections of art, physics, and existence. As a cognitive diverse (neurodivergent) individual living in Omaha, I’ve dedicated the few years of my life to designing spaces where people of all sensory backgrounds can thrive, a project I call Existence Harmonics that features projects such as Spectrum Sensory Pods.

The world sees me as a Black, Female, Disabled, Neurodivergent, immigrant and systematic pressures have created much friction to exist from the way I am perceived and treated. I did not let those pressures prevent me reaching as high as I could and I hold an undergraduate degree from UNL, a Master's degree from College of Saint Mary, and have accomplished many feats because I understand the importance of building stable foundations. This Enable account is more than just a savings tool; it is the financial foundational anchor that allows me to pursue my creative and community projects without risking the essential healthcare (Medicare/Medicaid) I rely on.

When I am not in research mode, I enjoy making sourdough bread, most recently embroidering, and hanging out with my Californian rabbit, Astrael. I miss running 5Ks since my connective tissue issues have led me to using a cane and rolling walker. However, I am very grateful for the health aides who assist me in maintaining a quality of life I deserve. 

Your contributions help me cover 'Qualified Disability Expenses', which include the tools for research for the Omnidesic design systems, sensory-focused care models, and the daily living costs that keep me focused on my mission.

Some of us can see that the world is in a state of existential unrest at this time. The basics of life, healthy food and safe shelter, are beginning to look more and more like luxuries for many, and income is not increasing at the rate of living expenses. So, you may look at my goal and think you cannot help. One might think $1 may not make a difference, but if you gave $1 and told one person, and that person did the same thing, I'd reach my yearly goal in no time. There is much power in one – one you, one me, one city, one state, one country, one world connected from one seemingly small act of giving.

Thank you for being a part of my journey toward creating a more harmonic world. #Give1Tell1

Click here to learn a bit more about my work.