Turning Stories into Impact: The Power of Storytelling in Prevention

Turning Stories into Impact: The Power of Storytelling in Prevention explores how storytelling can be used as a powerful tool to engage communities, shift norms, and strengthen prevention efforts. Participants will learn how to craft and share compelling stories that connect lived experience with prevention messages, making data more relatable and actionable. 

This interactive session will provide practical strategies for identifying authentic voices, structuring impactful narratives, and using storytelling across settings such as community events, social media, and coalition work. Participants will also explore ethical considerations and ways to ensure stories are used responsibly and respectfully. By the end of the workshop, participants will be equipped with tools and techniques to use storytelling to inspire action, build community connection, and advance prevention outcomes.

This will be facilitated by Hilary Trudell. Hilary Trudell is a facilitator, and educator with over 15 years of experience in public service and the arts. She specializes in community engagement, team building, and creating platforms for storytelling and advocacy. Hilary currently serves as Director of Local Programming and Regional Outreach at the Clinton School of Public Service, where she leads student teams through immersive field experiences. She is also the founder of The Yarn, a storytelling initiative dedicated to amplifying voices, building understanding, and fostering human connection.

Register Here: Turning Stories into Impact: The Power of Storytelling in Prevention – Prevention Technology Transfer Center (PTTC) Network