If not now, when? The world feels like it’s unraveling, and more than ever, we need to tell stories that inspire hope and action. But how do we tell stories that resonate with people on an experiential level and motivate them to take action? The Story of Now is often seen as the most intuitive part of Public Narrative, but it can be tricky to bring alive moments of challenge that feel urgent and resonate for the collective "us." And when the challenge is overwhelming and hope seems scarce, it can be even harder to offer a meaningful and strategic call to action. That's where our Skill Practice Session on Story of Now comes in. This 90-minute skill practice session will help you strengthen your understanding of the craft, learn to identify the resources in the room, develop a compelling story of Now, as well as coach one another

If I am only for myself, what am I? Imagine weaving a narrative that brings people together, articulates their shared values, and inspires hope. It’s all possible with a powerful Story of Us! The Story of Us is the cornerstone of connection in Public Narrative, but it can also be the trickiest. How do we identify and bring alive moments that resonate with the ‘us’? How can we pull from the depth of experiences within a community to articulate the shared values? Our Skill Practice Session on Story of Us is a perfect space to explore these questions and learn how to craft a narrative that builds and inspires a collective ‘us’. As practitioners, we understand it can be challenging to craft this connection in the moment! The most authentic and powerful Stories of Us are cultivated in supportive spaces where we can get on the bike together; where

So you took a Public Narrative workshop and found something powerful in the framework – but what’s next? How can you carry this craft into your life and bring it to your organization or community for even bigger impact?  Become a Public Narrative Coach with us! This August, LCN is offering our third annual training program for Public Narrative participants to become Public Narrative coaches. Public Narrative coaches play a crucial role in passing on the craft to organizations, activists, and leaders in workshops and trainings. Our goal is to cascade Public Narrative throughout values-based organizations to supercharge their change-making. We are aiming for a diverse global cohort who will use this craft to create impact in their organizations and communities. Are you in?  Information: workshop Dates: July 31 - September 28, 2024 Date: Applications due May 24, 2024 Place: Online on Zoom Apply Here

We are excited to announce LCN’s annual Public Narrative workshop. Over a weekend in July, you can join our global network of organizers to tell your personal story, articulate your calling, and build authentic relationships with others on a foundation of shared values. If you have experienced the magic of Public Narrative and are looking for ways for more people in your network to learn and implement the craft, this is the right training for you. 2 Day Public Narrative workshop! Together, we will create – or re-create – the shared purpose of your community, and learn how to invite people to act on what matters most with urgency & agency. We will meet the challenge of apathy and disconnectedness with a new sense of purpose, community, and action through one key leadership practice: Public Narrative. More than a workshop, Public Narrative is an experience. You and your

How can a community with limited resources create change? Learn how communities can organize to turn their resources into power for change in our Orientation to Organizing on July 9th 10am US Eastern Time! We will delve into the organizing and public narrative practices developed by Marshall Ganz at the Harvard Kennedy School and his associates with examples from the ground. For this session, we are partnering with Mike Perry and Amrit Parhar from the Institute of Change Leaders (ICL) in Canada. When Mike’s community in a small rural town was devastated by the loss of loved ones in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, seniors, their families, and concerned citizens came together to take action to change the broken system of long-term care. Drawing on organizing practices, the Long-Term Care Coalition helped secure a $4 million commitment from the provincial government to improve conditions in nursing homes in

The SSS workshop, which stands for Story, Strategy, Structure, is a workshop model designed for a specific core team in their journey to lead a campaign to address an urgent challenge their community is facing. Long-standing groups find the workshop to be a critical opportunity to revitalize their narrative and strategy, giving them the space to reflect, renarrate, and strategize. For emerging groups, the workshop is a way to build their campaign roadmap, to reach a collective vision and a real campaign strategy and timeline. In February this year, LCN embarked on a journey to Uganda with our long-term partner organization International Justice Mission to support a remarkable group of women in their endeavor to initiate a campaign. Through the SSS workshop model, the core team of 12 women developed their roadmap for a powerful campaign to pursue justice and accountability with women impacted by Intimate Partner Violence. Now

Join us at the Leading Change Network’s Annual Community Meet 2024 (ACM24). This year, we have an inspiring lineup of speakers, including Marshall Ganz, members of the LCN team, and community voices that bring our shared vision to life. Designed with our global community in mind, the event spans two sessions to ensure everyone, regardless of where they are in the world, can be a part of our unfolding story. Following last year's gathering, which marked an unforgettable moment of unity, strength, and optimism, we are poised to elevate this year's experience to new heights of inspiration and collective action. Whether you've been a cornerstone of the LCN community or have recently embarked on this transformative journey with us, your role is pivotal. We invite you to immerse yourself in our shared vision and celebration! View the program agenda here and register now to secure your spot!