Upcoming Events
Ask An Oral Historian: Narrative Editing
Virtual
Ask An Oral Historian consultation hours are your chance to dive into the intricacies of oral history and learn alongside fellow storytellers. Whether you’re wrestling with a current project or just curious about the craft, these monthly 60-minute working sessions are your space to grow and ask questions in an intimate, small-group setting.
In September, we’re diving deep into narrative editing! It’s an art and it makes oral histories accessible because it’s where raw interviews transform into compelling stories. Together, we’ll explore the delicate balance between preserving authentic voices and crafting engaging narratives—and more importantly, how to honor your narrators while creating stories that truly resonate.
Community Voices Initiative: Fall 2025
Virtual
In this intimate and interactive course, participants will take a deep dive into oral history and ethical storytelling, guided by experienced VOW staff and community guest speakers. Participants will learn about project planning and methodology and be guided through conducting and editing oral history interviews with a narrator from their community or organization. Participants will finish this course with a completed oral history narrative ready to share, as well as insights into ethics-driven storytelling and how to incorporate these strategies into social justice work, community building, fundraising efforts, advocacy, narrative change, and more.
