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Shared Narratives

Shared narratives counter the harmful narratives about people and communities of color that underpin racist policies, structures and practices. Our shared narratives allow us to be more than a monolith. They shift who is telling the story and bring many voices to the table.

For example:

The Front Porch Collective uplifts culture. It is actively working to change dominant narratives. It does so by seeking out workers of the diaspora to make and inform all decisions—on stage, in the boardroom and in the office. It makes and executes decisions side-by-side, as small as what stapler is purchased and as large as how to use sound with intention in performance.

Examples:

Soul Fire Farm: Equity Guidelines and Reflection Questions for Foundations & Donors

This tool provides donors with the opportunity to better understand how to connect and interact with community.

Issa Rae + Insecure

This series provides insights about the experiences of Black people in L.A. From microaggressions at work to gentrification to a police stop, the series tackles several issues. It also highlights several BIPOC-owned and operated businesses.

Master of None

This series provides insights about the experiences of BIPOC + queer people, from representation on television to the homophobia in the Black community.

The Laundromat Project

A collaborative aimed at centering narratives of community members.

Sort Of

This series focuses on the lived experiences of non-binary, trans, and queer people. From family relationships to gender identity, the series is another example of amplifying voices and creating multiple narratives.