This is a reflective space where engineering, community, equity and environmental consciousness meet. A home for honest dialogue, for ourselves, for each other and for the world we share.
Welcome, I’m Meshi Taka.
Chartered Civil Engineer, mother, sister, daughter, friend and an advocate for a more inclusive and equitable world.
- Winner: 2023 Inspiring Women in Construction and Engineering – Contribution to Gender Equality.
- Recognition in the 2022 Northern Power Women Future List.
- Named one of the Top 100 Influential Women in Engineering in 2019.
Roar Essence is built around themes that shape our lives and our world.
It is where I explore the intersections of identity, purpose, and belonging and where I invite you to explore your own.
Why Roar Essence
Because our stories matter.
Because the world is changing.
Because we are changing with it.
Because reflection is a form of resistance.
Because courage doesn’t always roar sometimes it whispers.
Because we deserve spaces that honour our complexity, our softness and our strength.
Why the Human Rights Act Keeps Returning to the Leadership Agenda
I wrote this because the Human Rights Act is often discussed in abstract terms, but its impact is deeply human. Behind every right is a real story, a real family, a real loss. This blog explores why the Act matters and what it protects in the lives of ordinary people.
Can We Afford AI? The Choices We Still Have
This week, I’m exploring how deeply AI now sits in our everyday lives and what it means for people, communities and the environment. It’s a people‑centred look at the risks and the opportunities we still have to shape AI responsibly.
How Michael Jackson’s Music Connects Generations
I reflect on my deep emotional connection to Michael Jackson’s music. Childhood memories intertwine with adult recognition of his complexities as a person. Despite his flaws and tragic end, Jackson’s music remains a significant source of nostalgia and unity, continually shaping lives and memories. The new biopic film feels like a chance to honour the…
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A Final Note
Wherever you are in your journey ; rising, rebuilding, resting, or simply trying to make sense of the day, I’m glad you’re here.
May this space offer grounding, clarity, and a reminder that your voice matters. Your roar doesn’t have to be loud, it just has to be yours.
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