rooted. | issue 1
COMMUNITY AMBASSADOR
The Community Story and Culture Keeper Archetype: Storykeeper, Culture Connector, and Archivist
LE’DEANA NEIGHBORHOOD: CROOKED CREEK “I find joy in using my gift of seeing the light in people and reflecting it back through story. I tell the stories that help our community feel seen, valued, and connected to one another.” Le’Deana Brown is a community storyteller and culture keeper who amplifies joy and connection through the voices of Indianapolis residents. She is the founder of Midwest Leak Magazine, where she has spent nearly two decades documenting the people, places, and creative power shaping the region as a whole and neighborhoods in Indianapolis specifically. As a lead storyteller with The Learning Tree, she continues this work by uplifting community ambassadors and highlighting the everyday acts of abundance that strengthen neighborhood life. Her approach centers on listening, relationship building, and helping residents feel seen, valued, and celebrated. She is also a mother taking pride in family, love and the spiritual connections that bind beyond biological kinship to impact the communities we build for generations to come. Le’Deana believes that joy is evidence of power. Her mission is to tell the stories that honor community wisdom, amplify local leadership, and remind people that their gifts are shaping the culture around them.
Le’Deana’s passions include:
documenting culture inspiring gift discovery supporting the creative economy working with youth convening community peace and joy centered placemaking
connecting with family celebrating neighbors
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