Module 2
Project Planning
If you’re a storytelling trainer, community project manager, cultural officer, emerging storyteller, or activist looking to explore socially engaged storytelling for a local or international project, you’re in the right place! Here, you’ll find guidance on how to get started and deepen your understanding of this powerful art form.
Glossary of Terms
Are you sure that you and the others in the project are speaking the same language? A glossary of terms will help you to arrive at a common understanding of the terminology you are going to use.
Planning Your Project
A successful storytelling project begins with a clear understanding of its purpose, scope, and collaborators. The first step is to identify why this project is needed and what is it you want the project to achieve, this will help define the project’s goals, whether fostering inclusion, promoting social change, or nurturing new voices. Clarifying the project’s reach, be it local, national, or international, is essential for determining its structure, logistics, and sustainability. Here you can find an overview of steps to take when planning a project on socially engaged storytelling.