Centering Stories: Storytelling for a Cause

Speaker: Vara Cooper
Session Time: 10:35 AM – 11:35 AM CT

Session Description: Have you ever wanted to talk about your experiences with social justice and volunteerism, but don’t know where to start? In the first half of this session, you will learn how to tell a story in a way that is ethical and centers on impacted individuals.During the second half, you will spend time in breakout groups practicing your 30 second story and sharing feedback with fellow attendees. At the end of this session, you will feel more comfortable talking about the work you do as a volunteer and be able to share your experiences in a positive and productive way.