“Ethical Storytelling for Policy Advocates”
September 20, 2022 - 2:00-3:30 pm
The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the virtual training “Ethical Storytelling for Policy Advocates."
Session Description:
Effective storytelling is one of our most powerful tools for learning and driving positive change in society. In an advocacy context, we have to do more than just tell compelling stories – we have to make sure our storytelling practices don’t replicate harmful social dynamics or traumatize storytellers and audiences. We also have to account for the current state of public discourse and the potential risks storytellers may face when sharing their experiences publicly. Aligning our storytelling practices with our values and our theories of change must be central to this work. In this practical, interactive training, you’ll learn:
- Three foundational principles of effective, ethical storytelling in an advocacy context
- How to align ethical storytelling practices with compelling messaging and calls to action to ensure your storytelling efforts are mutually beneficial for storytellers, your organization, and your issue or cause
- How to craft solution-driven, story-forward content strategies for advocacy and fundraising campaigns
Presenter:
Sabrina Joy Stevens
Sabrina Joy Stevens (she/her) is an accomplished movement-builder, storyteller, and strategist. She has contributed to some of the most impactful human and civil rights movements of the last 20 years. She helps advocates cultivate brave and joyful strategic communications and campaigns for justice. She also teaches people how to use values-driven narrative techniques to neutralize mis- and disinformation. Her work has appeared in media outlets like MSNBC, The Washington Post, Education Week, The Hill, and more.
Participant Registration and Cost:
This training is free. Participants need to register in advance for the training. Click here to register.