Participant Experience
As a performer, you are the storyteller, the voice, and the heart of this experience. Contributors will have the opportunity to share their stories with an engaged audience, embracing the power of personal narrative, whether through spoken word, music, poetry, art, or performance.
Each performer will have 10 - 12 minutes to share their story, in the form that best expresses their truth, be it through writing, song, poetry, visual art, or acting, accompanied by optional multimedia elements to enhance their storytelling.
After the performance, participants will have 5-10 minutes for a Q&A or open discussion, encouraging deeper connection and dialogue with the audience. This is a space for reflection, healing, and mutual understanding.
This is more than just a performance, it’s a moment to stand in your truth, to validate your voice, and to inspire others through your journey. You are not just sharing a story; you are shaping a collective experience, one that affirms identity, sparks conversation, and celebrates the courage of expression.
Contributors selected for publication will receive a share of proceeds after covering production and organizational costs.
Thank you for sharing your story with us. We can’t wait to celebrate the diverse voices and expressions that make our community so powerful. Your courage inspires us all!
Audience Experience
As an audience member, you are more than just a spectator, you are part of an immersive and engaging storytelling experience. Before the event begins, we invite you to join our prompt-based writing workshop, where you can explore your own thoughts and creativity. Participation is entirely optional, and while you are welcome to share your writing, there is no pressure to do so.
During the main event, you’ll witness powerful and heartfelt stories unfold, connecting with the raw emotions and lived experiences of our storytellers. This is a space for open minds and kind hearts, where authenticity and vulnerability are celebrated. Whether you choose to listen, reflect, or engage in post-performance discussions, your presence contributes to the shared energy of the room.
Come as you are, and be part of a community where every voice, spoken or unspoken, matters.
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While we encourage open expression and storytelling within our group, it is important to note that the content shared may touch upon sensitive topics that could potentially trigger emotional responses in the audience. As such, attendees participate at their own risk and discretion. The views and experiences expressed by individual writers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the group or its organizers. We strive to create a supportive and respectful environment for all participants, but we cannot guarantee that all content will be suitable for every audience member. By attending our events, attendees acknowledge and accept these terms by signing a Waiver and Code of Conduct Agreement.
We are committed to fostering a safe and inclusive space for all participants. Hate speech, discrimination, or any form of violent response towards writers or audience members is strictly prohibited. We encourage respectful and constructive dialogue during our events, where questions and feedback are welcomed in a supportive manner. It is important to note that the decision to respond to audience questions rests solely with the individual writers. Attendees who violate these principles will be asked to leave the event, and further action, including the involvement of the authorities, may be taken if deemed necessary. By attending our events, participants agree to adhere to these guidelines.
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By attending our events, you acknowledge that photos and recordings may be taken during the event. These may be shared on social media or other platforms by the organizers to help showcase and celebrate our community.
If you prefer not to be included in photos or recordings, please let us know in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.
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Welcome to our submission process! We’re excited to receive your story. Before you submit, please review our guidelines:
Open exclusively to those who find resonance in sharing heartfelt, vulnerable, soul-stirring, and spiritually illuminating personal true stories.
Participants are encouraged to share their journeys of resilience, growth, self-discovery, raw emotional experiences, moments of darkness and pain, and profound insight.
Submissions are not limited to writing. We welcome all forms of creative expression, including:
Songs: Share your story through music and lyrics.
Poetry: Express your narrative with the power of verse.
Art: Use visual mediums to communicate your journey.
Acting/Performance: Tell your story through movement or theatrical expression.
All submissions will be assigned specific topics to ensure a diverse range of narratives and creative expressions.
Enhance your submission with multimedia elements to be displayed through a projector, creating a more immersive storytelling experience.
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Submissions are open to individuals of all backgrounds and writing experience levels. Whether you are an experienced writer or someone simply eager to share your story, we welcome your submission. There are no restrictions on writing style or format; you have the freedom to express your story in your unique voice. Our platform is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every human being has the opportunity to share their true experiences, regardless of their writing proficiency. We believe in the power of storytelling as a universal form of expression, and we encourage individuals from all walks of life to contribute their narratives.
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Submissions should be written in English and submitted as a PDF or Word Doc files. Stories must be limited to a reading time of approximately 10 - 12 minutes. We recommend keeping your story concise and focused. Multimedia elements such as pictures or visual arts that are relevant to the topic are welcomed; those can be displayed through a projector while you read your story. We value accessibility and strive to accommodate various formats to ensure everyone has the opportunity to share their story in any creative way!
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Submissions should be made 3 days prior to the performance date. Upon submission, writers will have the opportunity to meet with the director of the group and other volunteers to receive feedback and guidance.
Submit your story to: vulnerable.narratives.project@gmail.com with the subject line "Submission: [Title of the Month]."
Attach your story as a Word document or PDF file. If including multimedia, provide links or attach files as necessary. If your file is too big, you can use Wetransfer.com - It is free!
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The feedback sessions intend to be collaborative and supportive, to assist writers in untangling information and enhancing their stories to captivate the audience and create a strong impactful response that will penetrate through the hearts of others.
Our goal is to help writers improve the triggering points in their stories while preserving their unique voices.
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By submitting your work, you grant us non-exclusive rights to feature it on our platform while retaining full ownership, allowing you to share it elsewhere. If we wish to include your story in our collective book, you will have the option to participate in our community publishing project.
Contributors selected for publication will receive a share of proceeds after covering production and organizational costs.
Thank you for sharing your story with us, we can’t wait to read your submissions and celebrate the voices that make our community so powerful! Your courage inspires us all.
