Summer of Storytelling: My Life as a River

2437 15th Street Northwest,Washington DC 20009

29 July, 2021

Description

Join MLOV for a free interactive workshop to tell your story! This month, we'll explore your life as a river flowing within your community. Imagine your life as a river flowing downstream into a big ocean. Before you reach the ocean—your destiny—you pass by and encounter trees, rocks, birds, plants, seasons, people, and other attractions. If you are the river, these objects represent your community. Some experiences with your community propel you forward; others halt you, stall you, or take you on a ‘rapid’ journey. Be it as it may, your life as a river shapes your concept of self and community simultaneously. Each river represents a unique journey and a unique story. Join MLOV for My Life as a River: An Interactive Workshop to learn creative tools that will help you awaken memories and moments on your journey, so that you can tell a compelling story. Here’s what to expect: Community building exercisesTheatre games and interactive icebreakersSpeed friending because COMMUNity is created through COMMUNicationMy Life as a River: Creative storytelling activity An opportunity to be part of the the MLOV “Summer of Storytelling” project ($150 stipends available)Summer of Storytelling: This workshop is part of MLOV's Summer of Storytelling to uplift the voices of immigrants, refugees, and BIPOC folks from the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic crisis through writing workshops, yoga, and events like this one. MLOV will award $150 stipends for people who would like to publish a story this summer. If you wish to learn more and get your story published, join our workshops or email [email protected]. Language Access: Simultaneous interpretation will be available in Spanish. If you require interpretation in French or Amharic, please contact [email protected]. Digital Access: If you are a MLOV member and resident of the District of Columbia, you may be eligible for a free year of high-speed Internet access. Please contact [email protected] to learn more. Many Languages One Voice (MLOV) fosters leadership and facilitates community-led initiatives to increase the meaningful inclusion of immigrants in the District of Columbia who do not speak English as their primary language.