“When people share their stories, the world ignites with possibilities.” Last month I had the privilege of speaking with Catharine Gately, … More
Tag: Why storytelling matters
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
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
Why it’s time to stop thinking of development as a project
“From the American People.” The classic USAID sign stood outside of a lifeless craft center in a sleepy town set … More
The numbers game
There are lies, damned lies, and statistics. So the saying goes. We all know that statistics and stories can be … More
We’re all storytellers (and why it matters)
“What struck me was this: She had felt sorry for me even before she saw me. Her default position toward … More
Participatory storytelling: an introduction
“Stories are universal – they help us to understand ourselves, our culture, and our environments.” – Amy Hill, Center for … More
Introduction: A new vision for storytelling and development
“Until the lions have their historians, tales of hunting will always glorify the hunter.” – South African Proverb How we … More
