Professional Development Workshop: Storytelling for Impact [Fall 2025 Members Meeting]

11/20/25 12:30 - 2PM ET - Alexandria, VA and Online via Zoom - Members Meeting Virtual Session

In this interactive workshop, a professional facilitator will introduce participants to a robust framework for how to narrate and illustrate impact effectively. This framework will help participants how to develop compelling narratives for their specific audiences, craft an effective story arc, and understand the importance of ethical and asset-based storytelling.

Facilitator

Luis Ortega, M.Ed., Director and Founder, Storytellers for Change

Luis Ortega (he/they) is a multidisciplinary storyteller, educator, and narrative strategist, as well as the founder and director of Storytellers for Change. With over 16 years of experience, Luis has led consulting projects and research initiatives centered on asset based storytelling, narrative change, healing, culturally responsive education and research, and systems transformation. Luis holds a BA in Political Science from the University of Washington and a Master’s in Education Leadership from the Harvard Graduate School of Education.