Do you feel like there’s room for growth in your current story of self? Are you looking to deepen your understanding of what makes a powerful narrative? Then our Skill Practice Session on Story of Self is the perfect space for you! Crafting a story of self is not a one-time thing. As we

  We are excited to announce LCN’s first-ever open enrollment virtual 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

As summer begins and the need for a break grows, LCN invites you to join our Meet and Reflect session to explore the pressing question: How can we avoid burnout and take a break while bearing the weight of urgent community work that cannot be put on hold? First, let me introduce myself. My name

LCN is thrilled to announce the launch of Training of Trainers program in the fall of 2023. Designed for experienced coaches who wish to become up-front trainers and teachers, this 3- month program will help you enhance your teaching, training and facilitation skills in the practices of Public Narrative and Organizing. Last year, this

Building on the success of our July Skill Practice Session on Story of Self, we will develop and receive coaching on our Story of Us!  Crafting a compelling Story of Us can be challenging, especially when addressing a group of individuals we have just met. As we understand that leadership involves empowering others, we realize

"Who are my people?" This question lies at the core of every organizer's journey, propelling their quest to create an inclusive framework of organizing that resonates with the people. This often starts with finding the right words.  It all began two years ago when I was teaching public narrative alongside Marshall Ganz at the Leadership, Storytelling, and Action

  In 2020, Beyond the Bars embarked on a mission to empower people impacted by incarceration and transform the oppressive and exploitative system by addressing the cost of incarceration in Miami. By 2022, the organization had achieved a remarkable 70% reduction in the cost of jail calls and persuaded administrators to eliminate a daily subsistence

How can sustainable change be achieved when families and school textbooks dictate what children can or cannot aspire to?  In 2020, a group of 5 young Nigerian activists set out to end gender inequalities and stereotypes within the Nigerian school system, which were limiting opportunities for children. Initially, the group’s focus was on girls'