Storytelling in Action
The narratives and projects below highlight how personal and collective stories can be used to respond to oppression, inform research, influence policy, and navigate harmful systems, illustrating their potential to inspire action.
You will notice that each individual and each organization has their own way of using storytelling in their work. Get creative and find what works!
Rebecca Servoss, a nurse, doula, maternal health advocate, and storyteller, shares how she and her partner at Marigolde put out a call for poetry after the overturning of Roe v. Wade. She explains how the anthology raised funds for reproductive justice, empowered communities, and became a clinical tool for exploring grief in medical settings. Rebecca highlights the power of storytelling in activism, healing, and advocacy.
Check out the projects below that incorporate storytelling in their work.
