We are unapologetically committed to interrupting anti-Black oppression, while reimagining an audacious future that is not governed by institutional injustices.
Who We Work With
Clientele committed to interrupting oppression
Through the redistribution of power and or resources aimed at uplifting communities impacted by systemic oppression.
Organizations seeking to interrupt institutional oppression
Who move towards a lens that incorporates collective liberation.
Businesses, Schools, Organizations, Non-Profits, For-Profits and Agencies
Who are committed towards operating through a liberation oriented lens.
The History of How We Came to Be
2020
The Origin Story
Necessary Interruptions was established during a significant and challenging moment in history. In 2020, amid the racial uprisings in the United States, a global racial reckoning was taking place, sparking conversations and reflections on systemic issues of racial inequality.
2021
Confronting Institutional Challenges
During this period, a broad spectrum of institutions—corporate offices, non-profits, businesses, educational entities, and communities—were forced to confront deep-rooted issues. These challenges were a direct result of historical oppression and colonialism. By interrupting anti-Black racial oppression and harmful institutional practices, Necessary Interruptions began to create a space for reimagining a bold and transformative future, informed by the rich knowledge and wisdom of Black liberation.
2025
Expanding Impact
Since its inception, Necessary Interruptions has provided support to over 25 organizations and continues to grow. The organization’s work, rooted in Black liberation principles, has extended beyond local efforts to include national and international requests. Non-profits, businesses, community organizations, advocates, and leaders committed to transformative change are increasingly turning to Necessary Interruptions for guidance.
About Our Founder
Valeriana is a mother, wife, daughter, and sister. She is a former refugee, a survivor of violence, and an Angolan-American organizer at heart, who is on a journey to move through an evolving abolitionist lens. She hails from the Ovimbundu tribe and has been involved in the anti-violence movement for over 15 years. In addition, Valeriana serves as a philanthropic leader in the Seattle area, and her body of work has extensively supported local and national non-profits. Since 2018, she has officially become a Washingtonian. She has an extensive human rights background, championing Black, Brown, and Native communities through a collective liberation-based lens. She holds an M.A. in Global Governance & International Security from Florida International University.
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