Stories at the Center

Join Us for Shared Stories and Connection Gather with us from 12:00 – 1:00 PM for Stories at the Center. These monthly gatherings bring community members together to share personal stories and engage in meaningful conversations. By listening to one another, we can imagine ways to build inclusive, equitable communities where all people belong and thrive. Stories have the power to connect us, challenge assumptions, and inspire change. We hope you’ll join us for this enriching experience of storytelling, empathy, and community building. Stories at the Center follows Narrative 4’s Story Exchange format, designed to foster empathy and understanding. Here’s how it works: Come with a Story in Mind Prior to the evening, participants receive prompts to help them prepare a personal story to share. Partner Story Sharing During the event, participants pair up to share their stories. Each person listens closely as their partner tells their story. Retelling in the First Person The group gathers back together, and each participant retells their partner’s story as if it were their own, using “I” statements to deepen understanding and connection. Reflect and Discuss After sharing, participants...