“When people share their stories, the world ignites with possibilities.” Last month I had the privilege of speaking with Catharine Gately, … More
Tag: communications for development
Lessons from Fiction: Show and Tell
“Show, don’t tell.” It’s a constant challenge for writers, filmmakers, and photographers, whether they’re telling stories based in fact or … More
Don’t Create a Mood, Just Tell Good Stories
Guest post by Daniel Lombardi. This post was originally published on WhyDev, and has been reposted with permission. NGOs are … More
How to write about real humans: lessons from fiction
Development narratives so often relegate the people we work with to the projects we work on. As if the person … More
When the agenda gets in the way
How often does the development agenda actually get in the way of doing good? When sticking to an agenda becomes … More
Friday Inspiration: Storytelling Tools
Telling a good story is hard. Telling a good story about international development while maintaining nuance, integrity, and without falling … More
Protagonists and power: why the aid organization shouldn’t be at the center of the story
Protagonist: the main figure or one of the most prominent figures in a real situation. The leading character or one … More
