Course Overview
Asset-based storytelling is the practice of examining, crafting, and sharing stories by centering individuals' and communities' strengths, agency, cultural assets, aspirations, and lived experiences. However, all too often, storytelling in the social sector focuses on deficits rather than assets. In this course, we focus on shifting narrative practice towards a strengths-based and equity-centered approach by inviting participants to learn about asset-based storytelling techniques and best practices.
- Understand the Principles of Asset-Based Storytelling: Gain a comprehensive understanding of asset-based storytelling, distinguishing it from deficit-based narratives.
- Identify Real-World Examples and Case Studies: Analyze and discuss real-world examples and case studies from your one professional and community contexts.
- Develop Skills in Crafting Asset-Based Narratives: Acquire practical skills in examining and crafting stories that focus on individuals' and communities’ strengths, resilience, assets, aspirations, and lived experiences.
- Reflect on your Storytelling Practice: Engage in a process of self-reflection to evaluate your storytelling approach, identify areas for growth, and identify your next steps.
Note: This course is part of the Asset-Based Storytelling Certificate Program. Before taking this course, we recommend completing the Introduction to Equity-Centered Storytelling course.
Example Curriculum
- Introduction to Narrative Elements (10:08)
- Activity 05: Choose Your Story Medium
- Characters & Point of View (8:07)
- Activity 06: Characters
- Asset-Based Story Arcs (7:53)
- Activity 07: Plot Development
- Historical, Cultural & Temporal Setting (5:55)
- Activity 08: Setting & Context
- Deconstructing Ethical Storytelling (6:11)
- Activity 09: Morals & Lessons
- Submit Your Story 1st Draft
Course Overview Webinar
Watch this introduction to the course to learn about the Power of Asset-Based Storytelling.
You can watch the course introduction at this link.
Group Rates, Scholarships & Professional Development Grants
We offer discounted rates to groups and teams that sign up for our self-guided or cohort programs. Contact us directly to learn more.
In addition, each quarter, we offer a limited number of scholarships and discounted rates for youth, grassroots non-profits, and professionals with limited access to funding to support their leadership development.
To be considered for a scholarship or grant, please complete this form.