People of Microsoft

“I can’t see someone in need and do nothing.”
Detroit-based community builder Shy Averett couldn't turn away when she heard about Flint's water crisis.

“It’s really about lifting others’ voices.”
As a child growing up in post-Soviet Russia, Aleksey Fedorov had two abiding passions—technology and creating more equal societies. He channeled the intersection of those areas to energize Pride at Microsoft.

“Standing up for what’s right often isn’t comfortable.”
As an attorney, Makalika Naholowa’a says her law degree gives her a rare privilege, and she feels responsible to use it for good.

“My goal is for this work to outlive me so others can use this to help people.”
After a personal crisis, Lewis Curtis dedicated his fix-it attitude to help people in the wake of disaster.