That’s a wrap for this year. Many thanks to the storytellers who have contributed to this project and helped to give it life through their sharing. And thank you for listening, watching, and sharing their stories. Let’s hold our people close. Remember that people have always resisted and worked for liberation. It will remain even more critical for us to share and spread our stories in the days and years to come.
I’m starting Social Justice Origin Stories because I believe in the liberating effects of social justice education. I also want to support justice-seekers in finding community and feeling less alone in the face of relentless oppressive systems. I hope this project can be a source of support, reflection, and inspiration for those who are thinking through how they can best contribute to the work. We need all who can, to do what they can. But I also want to acknowledge something important: not everyone is able to share their story right now. For various reasons, some of us may be unable to share or speak at the moment..
I’m a macro social worker, social justice educator, and consultant who uses media and education to advance equity and social justice within people, organizations, and communities. I’ve been reflecting on how oppression thrives in isolation, and how being in community with others offers solutions to many of the problems we face.
Learn more about Relando’s founding beliefs, assumptions, and aspirations that inform his work with Social Justice Origin Stories. Relando also explains the project structure in more detail. Consider this an orientation to get acclimated, as well as an invitation to consider your own story and contributions.
Social Justice Origin Stories is a storytelling project that highlights personal stories and defining moments that have inspired individuals to labor for equity and social justice. Through Truth-Telling: The honest sharing of their experiences, storytellers teach us about themselves, enableing us to learn about ourselves and our world..