What We Do
StoryCenter is an innovative participatory media organization committed to the power of personal narratives for equity, wellness and social action. Our workshops foster reflection, connection, creativity, agency and joy. We value knowledge generated through lived experience.
About our work
The following core values inspire and inform everything we do:
Deep Listening. We believe that listening deeply is essential to creating meaningful change for individuals and communities. We approach our storytelling work with love, self-awareness, and a recognition of the dignity of all people.
Integrity. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of accountability, transparency, and honesty. We strive to build strong and enduring relationships within our organization and with our partners, stakeholders, and community of storytellers.
Respect. We value and honor the diversity of perspectives, culture, and backgrounds that make up our organization and the communities we serve. We recognize that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, and that each person has something valuable to contribute.
Creativity. We believe in the power of innovation and curiosity. By embracing new ideas, methods, tools, and storytelling approaches, we constantly seek better ways to , and provide spaces that foster creative ownership and agency in the communities and individuals we serve.
Compassion. We are committed to empathy and compassion in all of our interactions, both internally as an organization, and externally in our work with diverse communities. We recognize the need to treat people with care and kindness.
Social Justice Commitment. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and fairness in all of our work. We firmly believe in the importance of addressing systemic inequalities.
Cooperation. We understand that change and growth are only possible through collaboration and cooperation. We engage flexibly with each other and with external partners, building bridges and forging alliances across sectors and disciplines.
Humility. We see ourselves as part of a larger storytelling community, and our efforts as part of long-standing movements for change. We view cultural humility as the foundation of effective partnerships and the key to building strong, resilient, and sustainable communities.