Skill Practice Session on Story of Self

This session is part of a series of skill practice sessions on Story of Self (April), Story of Us (May), and Story of Now (June), within our broader lineup of skill-building sessions on organizing and narrative. For the full learning experience, we encourage you to join all three sessions.

Crafting a story of self is a transformative experienceーa process of discovering and articulating the values and experiences that define who we are and call on us to take leadership. It’s also a process that thrives when shared with others. The most authentic and powerful stories of self are nurtured in supportive spaces where we can learn, practice, and coach one another on our stories.

Join us on Thursday, April 16th at 12:30pm ET / 6:30pm CET for our Skill Practice Session on Story of Self!

During the 90 min session, you will have the opportunity to deepen your understanding of the key elements of Story of Self, further develop your personal narrative, and practice sharing and coaching in small groups.

This session is exclusive for LCN members and their guests (team members, etc.) who are looking for opportunities to grow their narrative skills, connect with others in the community, and be part of a transformative learning experience. If you are not yet an LCN member, we invite you to join our community here.

This session is most suited for those who have some foundations or practice in the craft of Story of Self.

Facilitators: LCN Members Logan Zinman Gerber and Patricia Mejalelaty

Member-only

Start Date
Apr 16, 2026
12:30 PM ET
End Date
Apr 16, 2026
2:00 PM ET
Location
Online (Zoom)

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Speakers and Presenters

Logan Zinman Gerber

Logan Zinman Gerber (she/hers) is a community organizer with a deep commitment to social justice and building community. She brings fifteen years of experience in youth leadership development, movement-building, and nonprofit leadership. Her approach to changemaking is grounded in deep relationships, collaboration, and the belief that those most impacted by injustice must be at the center of solutions. In her free time, you can find Logan at home with her family and a good book, on hiking trails, in a kayak or a hammock, testing new cookie recipes, and eating her way through Chicago.

Patricia Mejalelaty

Patricia Mejalelaty is the Executive Director and founder of Fundación Leer (Argentina), a leading literacy NGO that has reached more than 2.6 million children and created over 4,600 school libraries nationwide. With over 30 years of leadership experience in education and social impact, Patricia has been trained under Marshall Ganz at Harvard Kennedy School and is a certified Public Narrative Coach through the Leading Change Network. She integrates Public Narrative into her leadership and educational initiatives, helping teachers, social entrepreneurs, and community leaders reconnect with the values and stories that inspire action. Her work bridges Public Narrative, purpose, and sustainability, enabling leaders to communicate authentically and mobilize people toward meaningful change.

Key Learning Points

What is the Story of Self and why is it important
How to identify and articulate experiences that define who we are
How to bring alive story moments in ways that convey the values that call on us to take leadership
What coaching questions we can ask to improve a Story of Self

Questions &
Answers

Crafting a story of self is a transformative experience – a process of discovering and articulating the values and experiences that define who we are and call on us to take leadership. It’s also a continuous journey. As we learn more about ourselves, our values and sources of hope, we find that our public narrative needs to evolve in ways that better represent ourselves and our growth. But embarking on this journey alone can be daunting. The most authentic and impactful stories of self are nurtured in supportive spaces where we can get on the bike together to practice and coach one another – in other words, a Skill Practice Session!

Yes please! LCN members can bring up to 3 people as guests. We want our skill practice sessions to be a space where you can build the collective organizing capacity of your teams and organizations, because we know that is critical to the success of campaigns. Invite members of your team and community to practice essential organizing skills togetherーyou can register on their behalf by writing their names and emails on the registration form.

Yes, the space is limited to 28 seats. Please register early to reserve your spot. If you are unable to attend, please let us know so we can offer your spot to someone else.

Sign up

The member sign up form is coming soon. In the meantime, if you're a LCN member, please contact sachiko.osawa@leadingchangenetwork.org to access free tickets.