Trauma-Informed Storytelling 101

Nonprofit storytelling has the power to move people to action, deepen trust, and drive your mission forward. But too often, traditional storytelling methods unintentionally cause harm. They can reduce people to their pain, sideline consent, or reinforce harmful narratives.

Details

📅 Wednesday, July 2, 2025

⏰ 10 AM PT | 1 PM ET

🎫 Cost: Free

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This foundational workshop is for you if:

> You're new to trauma-informed storytelling and want a clear, compassionate starting point.

> You've been following along and are ready to explore my latest research and insights.

> You're curious about how storytelling impacts not just the people whose stories you share but also your audiences—and you, as the one holding and sharing those stories.

Join Maria Bryan, creator of the When Bearing Witness® program, for a live, 60-minute session that reimagines nonprofit storytelling through a trauma-informed lens.

You'll learn tools to center agency, safety, and care in your story-gathering, crafting, and sharing. All while still having a big impact.

What You'll Learn

✅ The core principles of trauma-informed storytelling

✅ The three key roles in every story: the story owner, the story receiver, and the witness

✅ Real-world examples of storytelling done right and how to apply those lessons

✅ Simple, actionable steps to start or deepen your trauma-informed practice right away

Who It's For

Fundraisers, marketers, storytellers, grant writers, researchers, consultants, videographers, and anyone working in nonprofit communications or advocacy.

This is your invitation to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with the purpose behind your storytelling.

Want to go deeper?

This session is the perfect warm-up to the When Bearing Witness® Trauma-Informed Storytelling Certification Program. If you've been curious about that work, this is a great way to start.

Questions? Email hello@mariabryan.com