Hosted by Integrity Initiative and Maeson’s Soapbox, this workshop creates a space to slow down, connect, and explore how we share our lived experiences intentionally and with care for ourselves and others.
Through open conversations and creative reflection, we’ll unpack what lived experience really means, why conscious care matters, and how to share stories in ways that feel empowering rather than exposing. Word Travels will explore the dignity of risk whilst keeping in mind the roles, rights and responsibilities of those involved.
Recommended for
People interested in advocacy.
People wanting to explore their own Lived and Living Experience.
Anyone with an interest in creative storytelling.
Duration:
Recommended as a three-hour workshop with a 30 minute break.
Format:
In-person or online. Fully customisable.
Learning Focus
Defining and understanding lived experience
The importance of conscious care in storytelling
Empowering versus exposing: Sharing stories effectively
Exploring the dignity of risk in advocacy
Understanding roles, rights, and responsibilities
Creative Focus
Open conversation and guided reflection
Creative storytelling techniques
Zine-making and practical creative advocacy
Peer-led creative exercises
Key words:
Lived Experience, creative advocacy, zine-making, conscious care, Peer work, storytelling, activism, empowerment.
