626. Building a Renewed Narrative with Community (and breaking old story myths!) - Rebecca Bernard, Tim Lampkin, Vivian Borja, Stacy Huston
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Overview
In this episode, we’re diving into a powerful panel conversation about rewriting the narratives that shape our sector.
You’ll hear from visionary leaders— Rebecca Bernard, Timothy Lampkin, Vivian Borja and Stacy Huston —as they unpack how we move towards narratives that center community voice, dignity, and truth. Together, they explore how we can challenge stereotypes, spotlight strengths, and co-create stories with the people at the heart of our missions—not just about them. If you care about shifting power, honoring lived experience, and telling more human, honest stories—this convo is for you. 🎧
💡Learn:
How to meaningfully involve communities in storytelling
Tactical strategies for inclusive storytelling
How to identify persistent harmful narratives
Today’s Guests
Rebecca Bernard, Director of Innovation, The Teaching Well
Dr. Tim Lampkin, Founder + Executive Director, Higher Purpose Co
Vivian Borja, Executive Vice President + Chief Marketing Officer at Food For The Poor
Stacy Huston, Executive Director, SixDegrees.Org
“Conversation reveals community with one another, and in that community is where connection lives.”
Episode Transcript
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Episode Highlights
Rewriting Sector Narratives (3:00)
Breaking Storytelling Myths (13:00)
How to Co-Create Stories with Community (19:00)
Practical Approaches to Narrative Change (26:00)
One Good Thing + Takeaways (29:00)
Powerful Quotes
"Conversation reveals community with one another, and in that community is where connection lives." -Stacy
"We've been underestimated for quite some time, and we push against this narrative that we are underserved." -Dr. Tim
"People that are closest to the problem are also closest to the solution." -Dr. Tim
"The stories exist for those who listen." -Rebecca
"Passionate change makers leave because they don't have the support that they need to thrive." -Rebecca
“Poverty also leaves a lot of emotional and spiritual wounds." -Vivian
"When communities own their progress and their narrative, that's when the transformation happens." -Vivian
"We need to focus on that vastness, because in that is when we see our commonalities." -Stacy
“Our work is valuable, it deserves to be resourced, it deserves to be seen." -Dr. Tim
"Transforming 100-year-old plus culture in schools... is not going to happen overnight." -Rebecca
“Inner transformation in the communities we serve is just as important as any structure we build." -Vivian
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