Power Shift 2021

Compelling personal narratives have the power to cut through the noise in our digital world. In this session, we will cover how leaders, movements, and organizations can collect stories, curate narratives, and share them online. Looking at impactful campaigns, we will derive lessons on how to use collective narratives to influence legislation, grow movements, and most importantly shift power to our communities.

As stewards of our community's experience, we have unique access to personal stories and a duty to represent them where it matters. As we adapt to the realities of a digital world, we continue to lead by centering attention on those stories and bringing understanding and compassion into our digital work. In this session, we will share the "three-story" narrative building framework and digital tools for organizers and movement builders to engage community members in a more intimate way online. The session will be interactive with opportunities to share experiences and practice various techniques.

This session is intended for organizers and leaders working closely with community members across various issue spaces and intersections.