Pull from the heart, don't push from the head: Spreading Stories that Work with Matt Golding of Antidote How do we create stories powerful enough, moving enough, inspiring enough - and grounded enough - to shift the trajectory of our culture onto a totally new pathway?

How do we create stories powerful enough, moving enough, inspiring enough - and grounded enough - to shift the trajectory of our culture onto a totally new pathway?

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✔️ 300 shelter staff and residents.
✔️ 3 years of workshops.
✔️ Messages now posted across Manhattan.

Art centering lived experience inside NYC’s shelter system.

Read: bit.ly/4rRe0wW

#HousingJustice #NarrativeChange

✨ This week we wrapped up sharing what we learned during our #ExplorationDays: ideas and questions we’ll keep carrying forward.

We shared a few threads with questions and also references and readings regarding #MovementBuilding #CommunityTech #DigitalSoverignty #AIRegulation and #NarrativeChange.

Can Philanthropy Deliver in an Age of Crisis? Philanthropy's capacity as society's "passing gear" is more and more in question these days. Can the sector adapt?

Philanthropy's capacity as society's "passing gear" is more and more in question these days. Can the sector adapt?

David Callahan Reports: tinyurl.com/r6suf2cn

#Philanthropy #NonprofitSector #CrisisResponse #Democracy #CivilSociety #Organizing #NarrativeChange #SocialImpact #2026Outlook

Defending Peace Through Law: Pakistan’s Counter-Terrorism Journey - Stratheia Pakistan’s fight against terrorism reflects a struggle for survival rooted in law, sacrifice, and resilience rather than militarism.

Lasting peace comes not only from defeating terror, but from defeating the ideas behind it.
#CounterExtremism #PeaceBuilding #NarrativeChange
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Storytelling can reframe the economic conversation It’s time for a new narrative.

#LivingCities CEO calls on leaders, policymakers, businesses, and media to invest in narrative work as a core equity strategy, reframing the conversation to foster true abundance and agency in America’s communities.

#ImpactInvesting #NarrativeChange #SocialImpact #Equity

Celebrity culture erodes local wisdom. Has us reaching to achieve the visible, the externally-defined. I want a culture where clout = contribution. Where the celebrated are the ones who make their neighbors’ lives better. Where we yearn not for big names, but for wise names.

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#NarrativeChange verändert Erzählungen – hin zu einer Gesellschaft, die alle willkommen heißt und menschliche Vielfalt als Stärke sieht.

Stop Calling Us “Nonprofit”: It’s Time for a New Name for the $1.4-Trillion Engine of Progress Jody Levison-Johnson of Social Current thinks it’s time to ditch the term "nonprofit" — and the funder mindsets that go along with it.

Jody Levison-Johnson of Social Current thinks it’s time to ditch the term "nonprofit" and the funder mindsets that go along with it.

Guest Contributor, Jody Levison-Johnson Reports: tinyurl.com/v6k2ftrh

#NonprofitFunding #EconomicImpact #NarrativeChange #SocialInnovation #CommunityInvestment

What if strategic communication started with mapping power? A new BMSG blog explores how public health advocates can use power mapping to shift narratives, strengthen coalitions, and advance equity. www.bmsg.org/power-mapping-for-narrat... #NarrativeChange #HealthEquity

Kamala Harris and Hollywood Stars Headline a Summit on Changing Culture Through Storytelling The annual star-studded event “A Day of Unreasonable Conversation” challenged creators, writers and filmmakers to fight authoritarianism with the pen.

The annual star-studded event “A Day of Unreasonable Conversation” challenged creators, writers and filmmakers to fight authoritarianism with the pen.

Wendy Paris(@wendyparis.bsky.social) reports: tinyurl.com/5n7zpkae

#NarrativeChange #HollywoodImpact #AdayofUnreasonableConversation

🔗 My journey, your insights: buff.ly/O4RmS3D 6/6
#MMTJourney #NarrativeChange #EconomicJustice

Should Philanthropy Fund Narrative Change in Film and TV — Instead of News? Thought leaders at the “Day of Unreasonable Conversation” in Los Angeles pointed to the power of storytelling to save democracy.

Thought leaders at the “Day of Unreasonable Conversation” in Los Angeles pointed to the power of storytelling to save democracy.

Wendy Paris(@wendyparis.bsky.social) reports: tinyurl.com/5ajwv7yz

#UnreasonableConversation #Media #NarrativeChange #Entertainment #Democracy #Journalism

"Before policy could change, public imagination had to expand. And that expansion was built through story." #NarrativeChange @insidephilanthropy.com

Funders Have Supported Narrative Change When It Mattered Most. We Must Do It Again Guest author Sadé Dozan recalls the history of philanthropic support for narrative change in the U.S. and urges funders to back organizations doing that work today.

Philanthropic advisor Sadé Dozan recalls the history of narrative change in U.S. social movements and urges funders to back organizations doing this critical work today.

Guest Contributor, Sade Dozan Reports: tinyurl.com/ycxax8du

#NarrativeChange #Philanthropy #MediaJustice #StorytellingForChange

DOK Industry Podcasts, Episode 2, What’s up with Docs feat. Ranell Shubert (DMA) Star Baby. Image description: Portrait of Ranell, a white woman with medium-length, straight brown hair and bangs smiles gently and looks directly at the camera. She is wearing a black blouse adorned with a pattern of small white and orange daisies, tied with a bow at the neckline. Also, portrait of Toni, pictured indoors with neatly styled Sisterlocks, parted at the top and cascading gracefully over her shoulders.

Our Executive Director Ranell Shubert joins Toni Be on the @wuwd.bsky.social x DOK Leipzig Podcast. Learn about her journey in documentary, caregiving, disability identity, and why DMA was founded.

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#DisabilityMedia #NarrativeChange

Diabetes, Insulin & Politics: 28 Years of Stigma, Innovation, and Ableism Nearly 3 decades after my type 1 diabetes diagnosis, I wrote this essay to document my journey. Through childhood and teen years where I experienced emotional abuse in clinic and felt the deepest o...

You can read Ally’s article in the journal Health Communication at: doi.org/10.1080/1041...

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#DefiningMomentsPodcast #StorytellingMatters #healthcommunication #PodcastRecommendations #InclusiveVoices #narrativechange

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Spreading Love Through Media, the Regrantor Way University of California Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center launches a funding initiative for media projects telling stories of love, empathy and compassion.

University of California, Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center launches an initiative for media projects telling stories of love, empathy and compassion.

Wendy Paris(@wendyparis.bsky.social) reports: tinyurl.com/c95j7dxk

#Philanthropy #MediaForGood #NarrativeChange #LoveInAction #GreaterGood

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Think Big Brief: Breaking the Doom Loop - Think Big How do we present injustices and wrongs in a way that engages people and allows audiences to see that a just, equitable, and joyful future is possible? Think Big teamed up with the Topos Partnership t...

Breaking the cycle starts with reimagining what’s possible. 💡
Our latest piece, Breaking the Doom Loop, explores how we can shift the narratives that keep us stuck and build momentum toward lasting change.

Read here: thinkbigcommunity.net/breaking-the...

#NarrativeChange #ThinkBig #SystemsChange

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(narrative) stories-and-data | CIE

Equity starts with who gets seen—and who gets counted.

This narrative section looks at how racism shapes both our stories and our data, and what it takes to change that.

Explore the full section: www.leadingwithlearning.org/stories-and-data

#NarrativeChange #Pathways #Intermediaries

To Use Data as an Equity Lever, Translate, Then Advocate Data can spur people to action, but context, interpretation, and narrative-building are critical components of the process.

Data won’t drive equity unless people understand it.

This @JFFtweets piece explores how translating data—and using it to advocate—is essential to equity work.

More at: www.leadingwithlearning.org/narratives

#NarrativeChange #Equity #DataEquity #Pathways

How Intermediaries Can Help Black and Latinx Youth Develop a Strong Occupational Identity: Four Principles of Practice Four guiding principles that intermediary leaders can use to ensure that all young people have equitable opportunities for career success.

How do we help Black and Latinx youth see themselves in careers that matter?

@JFFtweets explores how occupational identity is shaped—and how intermediaries can build belonging.

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More at: www.leadingwithlearning.org/narratives

#Pathways #NarrativeChange #Equity #YouthVoice

Ocean Hoptimism — Faction Brewing Thursday, June 26th 7pm - 8pm Ocean Hoptimism - Strength In Small Places: Why the Ocean’s Best Days Aren’t Behind Us A monthly speaker series starting this June! The hope we need for the ocean we...

4 days and counting…
Get ready to learn, laugh, and leave a little more fired up for the future of the ocean. Ocean Hoptimism starts June 26. Optimism on tap.
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This Thursday.
7-8pm @ Faction Brewing.
#OceanHoptimism #4DaysLeft #GoodNews #NarrativeChange

What To Do Now: How Philanthropy Can Help Win the Fight for America’s Future Funders have options to slow the MAGA march and build long-term support for a liberal future. They just need a plan. IP Editor-in-Chief David Callahan offers a concrete agenda for grantmakers looking to take back the initiative.

🛑⚠️ “The threat is existential,” says one top foundation CEO.

David Callahan breaks down what philanthropy must do now to confront Trump 2.0 — and how to win long-term power.

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#Philanthropy #CivicPower #Democracy #NarrativeChange #InsidePhilanthropy

(narrative) college for all? | CIE

Americans still believe in college for all.
We also don’t.

The "College-for-All" narrative is cracking, and a new one is taking shape—one that values skills and real-world pathways.

Explore the full section: bit.ly/45NX6Xx

#Pathways #NarrativeChange #CollegeForAll