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One story i find really interesting and powerful was a story told by someone of how she met a boy on the street trying to look for a menial job or something to do to go back to school after traveling all the way from his state to another state just because he was from a poor background, the tenth child out of eleventh children where all his siblings are school drop out and he has the determination to continue school no matter what, so he doesn't end up like his siblings. I was moved with compassion for him and that got me thinking of how many children are actually like that on the street looking for how to make ends meet or further their education. i was really touched and that made me take a decision to always be of help to anyone in such a condition as much as i can and as God gives me the grace and the means.

A story about a boy called Rueben who was brilliant in his primary school days, his parents were also rich and he told his parent that in future he will like to be a doctor, his parents die when he was twelve years old and his uncles took all his parents properties and abandoned him, he was found in one street to another later found death on the street , his dream was cut short

one story i like was the one of the farmer .

For me, the novel 'the boy in stripped pajamas' would be the one. Till then, I expected all stories to have a beautiful happily-after. But when I read the author's interview, he wanted the story to be that way and said that for the sake of story, this ending was more appropriate. Emotionally, it took me time to realise what he had meant but he was right. Since then, it changed how I thought of those who realised what was happening and was on the side of good (in simpler terms, the good nazis). It compelled me to think of the young,innocent minds as well as those of the old ( another novel called 'three things about elsie'). It made me think of others in a different way than I used to.

The story of a six year old girl who was isolated by the community because she was born with a disability. It made me feel sorry for her and I acted by seeking help for her.

Childhood stories are really powerful, they shape our future

A story I really found powerful was about a girl giving herself up to an older man just to sustain herself in school. It made me want to help students especially freshmen find their foot in school as early as possible.

I saw a story recently of a woman who described an intense and scary encounter with a stalker. The woman was receiving death threats from this man and she called the police repeatedly but he always evaded capture. She filed a restraining order at one point, but evidently restraining orders only become effective after they have been officially served to the recipient, and her stalker would never answer the door or would never engage or actually take the served paperwork, so the restraining order was useless. Even after the woman moved away, the stalker found her and continued sending death threats while she continued to get no help from police. For fear of her own life, she started taking self-defense classes and learned how to own and operate a firearm. Sure enough, one night the stalker broke into her house, entered her room, and she was able to use her gun to shoot him in the leg and disable him and protect herself. When the police arrived, the man had gone into hiding in some of her bushes and it still took them a long time to find him. The woman went on to explain how she became an advocate for women's safety, self-defense, and gun ownership/awareness/safety, but she also points out the ineffectiveness of our police and justice system. If she had not learned how to defend herself, she would most likely be dead right now.

What made this story so memorable for you? This story was memorable to me because unfortunately this is the reality that women are living in. Yes, men have a fear of rejection when asking out a woman, but when a woman turns down a man? She has to fear for her life. It was memorable for me because I connected with the woman and empathized with her situation.

What did you feel, emotionally, when you heard this story? It made me frightened for sure, but also confirmed my decision to learn more about firearms and self-defense.

What did this story compel you to do, if anything, that might have been more than you would normally do? I have already been starting to learn more about firearms, but this story compelled me to take the learning more seriously and prioritize my desire to purchase a firearm and learn more than I already know about how to protect myself.

A story I found really powerful was that of an elderly man in his late 70s who made and sold local safe boxes to put food on the table. He had no family and lived in a diserted building alone. This story stood out for me because the elderly man reminded me of my Dad and how heart-broken I would be if he lived in such a poor state. I was compelled to share this story on my platfrom and this gained more support ad empathy.

One story that resonates with me that I find really powerful is my own story. Growing up in a typical African family, my father insisted I need to get married at 17 years after my secondary school. When I refused because i really wanted to go to school, I was sent out of the house to fend for myself and pay my fees. I struggled to go through my university education but vowed that i will volunteer and even open a school that can accommodate girls who ordinarily will not be allowed to go to school. Today, that is now possible. Whenever I think about it, it made me feel sad but at the same time happy that I was able to stand the pain and enjoy the gain later aside from giving a helping hand to others.

Yes, I like that story too and it makes me feel sad that so many older people, male or female may be going through the same situation. I have thought many times of how to support such people.

A story I found really vivid was about a stuttering experiment conducted on 22 orphans in Davenport in 1939. It was conducted by Wendell Johnson of the University of Iowa.

It made me feel a sense of injustice and pity for the victims in this experiment

One story I really like is Jordan Peterson's story about how he became popular or well known on different media platforms. He did not succumb to being bullied by his university into changing his core values or freedom of speech. People respect this type of attitude, even if it means gaining lot's of "enemies" as well. It made me feel I/we should learn to build this type of character in our own lives.

A story I found really powerful was "The Diary of Anne Frank." It made me feel deeply moved and empathetic towards the experiences of those who lived through the Holocaust.

A story I found really powerful was "The Diary of Anne Frank." It made me feel deeply moved and empathetic towards the experiences of those who lived through the Holocaust.

At our recent trustee meeting, Our charity's founder was telling the stories of some of the tigers protected by our charity. These tigers had stories that would put Hollywood blockbusters to shame! We were all fascinated and it instantly inspired new approaches to telling our brand story.

I watched a story about a young girl aged 24years who was battling both HIV and cancer and was a mother at the same time. She was seeking financial help to go to India for a bone marrow transplant. I was moved to tears and I was encouraged to give .

A story I found really powerful was one of a kid who would be sent to buy cigarrettes for his father, then one day started to buy some for his friends who were around his age, all pre-adolescent. It made me feel an overwhelming responsibility to back anti-tobacco sale laws to minors.

A story I found really powerful was that of a young woman who was struggling with multiple mental illnesses and looking for services that would provide her with the services she needed. It made me empathize with her and want to help others like her

A story I found really powerful was the story of Wafaa, the syrian woman who gave birth to her baby Hanine during the earthquake in Syria succeded on February 2022. It made me feel so lucky of the life I have and for the place I live in. In Italy there's no war, no natural disaster and no woman could ever give birth in such conditions. At the same time I feel so connected with Wafaa because she's got my age and she could be my friend, my sister, I want to do something for people like her. Because I'm so lucky and I can help

I relate with this as I have also met a couple of these people. thanks for this

A story I found really powerful was that of a displaced Nigerian who loved education and ended up going to school in his IDP camp and striving to be the best. He went on to become the best graduating student in engineering at the university, bagged a lot of scholarships, and still went back to give back to his IDP community by sharing knowledge whenever he's on holiday.
It made me feel like I could do anything I put my mind to.

One of the most powerful stories I've ever encountered happened when we, as a group, shared it with the public in our quest to raise funds for a special project at an orphanage. The project aimed to provide comprehensive training for the caregivers at the orphanage. It was a tale that touched my heart deeply.

This story was about a young boy living in the orphanage, and it illustrated the incredible transformation he underwent. He had been a moody and unhappy child, but through the provision of a nurturing and high-quality caregiving environment, he blossomed into a happy, spirited young boy filled with dreams and aspirations.

I vividly remember the day this story was relayed to us. We were visiting an orphanage as part of a birthday celebration for a dear friend. The impact of this story on me was profound. It made me realize that even my smallest contributions could have a meaningful and positive impact on a child's life.

This revelation sparked the birth of a project that would go on to make a difference in the lives of many children. We embarked on a journey to provide training for caregivers in orphanage homes, ensuring that they could offer the best care possible. In addition to this, we also began regularly donating essential items like food and toiletries to various orphanages.

This story remains a constant source of inspiration for me, reminding me of the profound impact we can have when we come together to support and uplift those in need. It's a testament to the power of compassion and the potential for positive change when we unite for a common cause.

I definitely can relate to this. In the northern part of Nigeria, a lot of killings happen often times.

What made this so memorable for me is that a bond will never broken, it made me feel as if i am the one in the story after i read the story, this story did compel me to do good thing and believe in miracle and good luck

A story that stood out to me was one from a rehabilitation program in local CBO. They had managed to rehabilitate a young ,man who was deep into hard drugs and turn him into a skilled member of the community. This young man later on went ahead to set up their own local initiative to help other youths having drug problems overcome their addiction.

A story I really found powerful was one from a rehabilitation program in local CBO. They had managed to rehabilitate a young ,man who was deep into hard drugs and turn him into a skilled member of the community. This young man later on went ahead to set up their own local initiative to help other youths having drug problems overcome their addiction. It made me feel like anyone can change if they put their mind into it.

The story is very powerful and motivating. It made me feel good emotion. He thought very much about his future.

@Learner_Experience said in Module 1 Discussion: The Power of Stories:

Where have you seen the power of storytelling in your social impact work?

This could be a story that you heard, or told yourself.

Think about:

• What made this story so memorable for you?

• What did you feel, emotionally, when you heard this story?

• What did this story compel you to do, if anything, that might have been more than you would normally do?

Share this story and how it made you feel with your peers. Then, read about the other amazing stories that your peers have experienced, and respond to at least one of their posts.

Example: “A story I found really powerful was ________. It made me feel _______ ."

@Learner_Experience said in Module 1 Discussion: The Power of Stories:

Where have you seen the power of storytelling in your social impact work?

This could be a story that you heard, or told yourself.

Think about:

• What made this story so memorable for you?

• What did you feel, emotionally, when you heard this story?

• What did this story compel you to do, if anything, that might have been more than you would normally do?

Share this story and how it made you feel with your peers. Then, read about the other amazing stories that your peers have experienced, and respond to at least one of their posts.

Example: “A story I found really powerful was ________. It made me feel _______ ."

@Learner_Experience said in Module 1 Discussion: The Power of Stories:

Where have you seen the power of storytelling in your social impact work?

This could be a story that you heard, or told yourself.

Think about:

• What made this story so memorable for you?

• What did you feel, emotionally, when you heard this story?

• What did this story compel you to do, if anything, that might have been more than you would normally do?

Share this story and how it made you feel with your peers. Then, read about the other amazing stories that your peers have experienced, and respond to at least one of their posts.

Example: “A story I found really powerful was ________. It made me feel _______ ."

@Learner_Experience said in Module 1 Discussion: The Power of Stories:

Where have you seen the power of storytelling in your social impact work?

This could be a story that you heard, or told yourself.

Think about:

• What made this story so memorable for you?

• What did you feel, emotionally, when you heard this story?

• What did this story compel you to do, if anything, that might have been more than you would normally do?

Share this story and how it made you feel with your peers. Then, read about the other amazing stories that your peers have experienced, and respond to at least one of their posts.

Example: “A story I found really powerful was ________. It made me feel _______ ."

@Learner_Experience said in Module 1 Discussion: The Power of Stories:

Where have you seen the power of storytelling in your social impact work?

This could be a story that you heard, or told yourself.

Think about:

• What made this story so memorable for you?

• What did you feel, emotionally, when you heard this story?

• What did this story compel you to do, if anything, that might have been more than you would normally do?

Share this story and how it made you feel with your peers. Then, read about the other amazing stories that your peers have experienced, and respond to at least one of their posts.

Example: “A story I found really powerful was ________. It made me feel _______ ."

We were in the middle of an armed conflict and a soldier came to our office. He had left the battlefield for a few days as he had heard that his wife had died and his children were without supervision and food. He had arranged with some neighbours who were willing to supervise them but there was no food and he was desperate. He came with tears in his eyes to beg us to give him food so he could give that to his children so he could go back to the battlefield with more peace in his heart. It touched me deeply as here was this brave fighter giving everything for his country but behind the brave fighter was this broken family who were dying of grief and hunger. It moved me to help him.

@Ridabaloch said in Module 1 Discussion: The Power of Stories:

I worked in a non-profit for a year in the Sustainable Agriculture and Food Program. One of the projects we undertook was called Food Loss & Waste. We traveled to a metropolitan to collect data on the subject from restaurant owners. After exiting one of the restaurants we saw two young boys aged 7 and 9 salvaging food from the trash cans placed right outside the restaurant, containing food discarded by the restaurant. The kids managed to collect two medium sized shopping bags worth of food but it made me tear up because the restaurant owner could have just donated the food to them instead of letting them rummage through and scrape the trash cans. They were humans not animals and better treatment should be meted out to humans, right? While taking a picture of those two boys, tears welled up in my eyes and ironically the kids replied to my tears with their best smiles.

What a touching story! It touches the emotions, anger, compassion, sadness and a glimpse of a smile.

A story I found really powerful was By Hammed Alabi, an education activist promoting education in Nigeria. It made be feel motivated to do some work in my work as a young leader in education

A story I found so interesting and inspiring is the story of the founder of my organization and this was a story of why the Foundation was started in the first place.

He was a founder and pioneer CEO of a major commercial bank in the country and he discovered that whenever the bank calls for application, there are always a lot of young Nigerians applying in their thousands for a role that is only available for a few below 100, he kept asking himself, what will be the FATE of the rest of the applicants who doesn't get the job, so he started the Foundation to harness the Enterprise spirit of young Nigerians so that beyond searching for job, they can create sustainable businesses for themselves and also aid in employing others, thereby reducing the unemployment rate in the country.

This made a lot of sense to me because I see somone trying to solve a problem that shouldnt be his headache in the first place and this makes me feel like a major part of a big thing

The story of the mouse and felt emmotionaly bad in the phrase of loosing a mother

A story about an indigent girl in a community who couldn't afford sanitary pads for her menstrual periods. It made me champion the cause of providing 500 girls in the same community with sanitary pads.

A story I found really powerful was the story of Maria, a little girl whose mother recently died, who was the first to arrive everyday to Vacation Bible School with her 8 month old brother on her hip. It made me feel how lucky I have been in life.

i found the story of a old single women and her small cafe was really powerful. It made me understand the value of self respect and self care. This story induced me to go to that cafe frequently to help her living.

I often watch Neil DeGrasse Tyson's Startalk show due to its interesting storytelling whilst touching upon complex astrophysics and scientific frontier topics. I found their backstory of inspiration by Van Gogh's "Starry Night" and the pictures taken from the moon landing of the Earth rising from the horizon of the moon as being impetuses for wider interest in the sciences in US which in turn lead to crucial developments in the medical frontier such as MRI both intriguing and entertaining. This had sparked my interest in sciences as well as a keen observance of the power of storytelling.

A story I felt was really powerful was the reason behind my grandmother's dislike for the name "Violet." Apparently, when she was a little girl, another little girl, named Violet, purposely made her fall when she was riding her bike. It made me feel sad that my grandmother held a grudge against this girl for her entire life.

One of the stories that i cannot forget is the story of this man gone for war for three years.
At his comeback from war,,he found Max his dog he let to his neighbours.
Neighbours said:everyday Max was waiting before his gate untiredly waiting for his master.
Unfortunately one night robbers come and Max defended his master house at the price of his life.
He died.
He was buried at the place he used to wait for his master.
In tears,his master said:it's me that come from war but Max is the one hero in in this place.He decorated Max's buriql stone with one of his precious medals."Cause heroes are always celebrated too late,buddy"he finally said.

This made me feel a sad mood,but was also proud of the dogs.I could feel the grear relationship between Max and his master

You're a hero

The felt mouse story was quite powerful. I knew it was made up, but it pulled at my heartstrings. It made me feel nostalgic.

This was quite emotional.

A Story I found very Powerful was that of Ife and Imole. It made me feel a drive to correct or at the very least fight against the errors and gaps in our justice system.

Ife was a young girl who was trafficked for labour to Abuja, the Capital of Nigeria. While working, w=she had no place to stay and was made to sleep at the restaurant and bar where she worked. One night, a man broke into the place and sexually assaulted Ife. She struggled with him and was able to grab his cardigan off him. the morning she realized it was a Police issued cardigan. she used it to locate her attacker and he was put in custody only to be released based on his status as a Police officer. The case was w=swept under the rug and Ife was left Pregnant. She had her baby in a taxi months later. Her baby was premature and she struggled to bond with her. With the help of the Organization I currently work with, Ife and her baby, Imole, have been catered to and protected. Ife hopes to receive training in photography.

This story infuriated me and also ignited my passion to help survivors like Ife to find Justice or in the very least, expose lacunae in the Nigerian Justice System.

A story I found really powerful was about family farmers I have visited in Southern Brazil during my masters fieldwork. Many of them have worked in conventional farming for many years, mainly with tobacco plantations. With high concentrations of pesticides applied, conventional farming was resulting in many people getting sick: the farmers, their families and surrounding neighbours.

Besides the health problems and contamination in the environment caused by pesticides, many of the family farmers used to cultivate tobacco, which is necessary to be burnt for its processing. The tobaccos’ smoke was causing farmers and their families, including young children to get more and more sick.

Searching for an alternative to save their lives, the farmers ended up meeting a NGO that works with agroecology in Southern Brazil. The NGO has introduced them the principles of agroecology and diversified organic agriculture. They have offered technical support for the farmers, who decided to transition to agroecological systems.

Today, those same family farmers have highly diversified farming systems, which feed many and many people in Southern Brazil with organic food. The same farmers work in very beautiful and ecologically sound fields, which can be visited by people, including young children. This story really made me feel hopeful that holistic changes can result in better life for people and the planet.

A story I found really powerful was about family farmers I have visited in Southern Brazil during my masters fieldwork. Many of them have worked in conventional farming for many years, mainly with tobacco plantations. With high concentrations of pesticides applied, conventional farming was resulting in many people getting sick: the farmers, their families and surrounding neighbours.

Besides the health problems and contamination in the environment caused by pesticides, many of the family farmers used to cultivate tobacco, which is necessary to be burnt for its processing. The tobaccos’ smoke was causing farmers and their families, including young children to get more and more sick.

Searching for an alternative to save their lives, the farmers ended up meeting a NGO that works with agroecology in Southern Brazil. The NGO has introduced them the principles of agroecology and diversified organic agriculture. They have offered technical support for the farmers, who decided to transition to agroecological systems.

Today, those same family farmers have highly diversified farming systems, which feed many and many people in Southern Brazil with organic food. The same farmers work in very beautiful and ecologically sound fields, which can be visited by people, including young children. This story really made me feel hopeful that holistic changes can result in better life for people and the planet.

One instance where I saw the power of storytelling in my social impact work was when I heard a story from a young girl who had been a victim of human trafficking. She shared her harrowing experience of being trafficked and the struggles she faced in escaping her situation. Her story was so memorable for me because of the raw emotion and bravery she displayed in sharing such a traumatic experience.

When I heard her story, I felt a mix of emotions including sadness, anger, and empathy. I was deeply moved by her courage and strength in speaking out about her experience, and it compelled me to take action to raise awareness about human trafficking and support organizations working to combat it. Her story made me realize the importance of amplifying the voices of survivors and advocating for change.

This story compelled me to do more than I would normally do, as it motivated me to become more actively involved in the fight against human trafficking. I became a volunteer for an anti-trafficking organization and used the girl's story to educate others about the realities of human trafficking. Her story had a profound impact on me and inspired me to take tangible steps to make a difference in this issue.

One of the most memorable stories I have read recently is the story of Amina, who became the first graduate of her community due to an organisation's effort. I felt highly emotional because the story was tailored to the challenges young members of the community face and how she overcame those seemingly insurmountable obstacles. The story compelled me to follow the organisation's page and even it to my timeline. I also developed a genuine interest in the work the organisation is doing.

The story I found really powerful was about a teenager girl who had been left in the street by her own mother to beg for collecting funds to treat her illness with kidney failure. It made me feel so emotional that poverty could be so cruel.

The story of the Boy who Harnessed the Wind really gripped me. It's a true story of a boy in Malawi who was fascinated with science and successfully built a wind turbine to bring power to his rural village. What made it memorable was the sheer determination he had and the way he was successful despite everybody in the village laughing at him. What I felt was a real sense of joy when he finally achieved his aims. And it compelled me to remember that everybody is capable of great things if they are given opportunities and their potential is nurtured.

A story I found really powerful was when my friend whilst in the university was duped on social media. I made me feel pity for her as she became embarrassed after the incident.

The story that impacted the whole country was the story of the woman abducted for marriage by the man whom she refused previously. As the tradition of bride kidnapping is somewhat accepted and touted as the "tradition of our ancestors" the law enforcement officials did not respond to the woman's family appeal for help in finding the woman. Their comment was: "Prepare for the wedding". But in the end, the man killed the woman and then himself.

A story I found really powerful was how a village that depended on support from year to year did undertand that with water around you can be fish farmers and aqricultural and stop begging . a team supported the the villagers to drill water for home consumption but didnt expect that this water that salty can also rear fish and vegetables. This farmers are self independents . This story compelled to share with other who were in the same senario and since then they have aslo adopted

The Story i found so memorable was about some Aimed robbers who went into a mans house in the early 1900s to rob his house, he was a well known man in that area but this robbers had no ideas that he practice African Vudu and that no one could steal from his. When they got into his compound they where about to go into his house and the next thing there knew, there found themselves in the Middle of an ocean with sharks on a very little island, they cried and scream for help till morning. when the man finally decided that he was tired of seeing and the whole neighborhood had gotten enough site, he give them cement to drink and killed them. the lesson we all learnt was not to steal and learn to be content with what you have.

While I don't recall the organization, I do recall the (probably very well known) commercials of starving young children in a poor region of Africa. It may have been World Vision or a similar large international NGO. These stand out to me a lot for four reasons: 1) I saw them SO many times over the course of several years 2) the imagery was striking 3) the accompanying stories were tragic in that these helpless young people were being deprived the most basic needs and 4) the names and short descriptions of the various children were shared in a way that enabled connection and familiarity.

@Cantikaoktaviana30_ said in Module 1 Discussion: The Power of Stories:

The story is very impressive and motivating. It made me feel touched. He thought very much about his future

The story is very impressive and motivating. It made me feel touched. He thought very much about his future

A story i found really powerful was the story of a Northern Nigerian mother called Mariam who had to move settlements with her children due to conflict and banditry in her settlement. My organisation works on a project where we provide vaccines to communities or settlements where government don't reach due to some factors like abduction, kidnapping, rural clash and conflicts, to list a few. our goal is to ensure that we reach and immunize every Zero dose child( children that have not had any form of vaccination which leaves them vulnerable to vaccine preventable diseases). After settling in a new community and was approached by out team to immunize her children, she insisted on being given some form of cash incentive first before she allows the vaccine to be administered to her child, as that was the practice in the community was was coming from. She was able to provide proof for previous amount given during vaccination and for the next vaccination, she was to be given a higher amount than the previous one she was given. My team through dialogue communicated the importance of the vaccination to her child and the long term effect of depriving her child from being vaccinated if she wasn't given the incentive, and after much convincing she agreed to bring her child to be vaccinated. It made me feel sad at first, knowing that Mariam could take such decision on behalf of the child because she didn't know better but educating her and showing her the importance of taking the vaccine has some benefits and would save her child in the future, convinced her to have a mind change. the life of her child was saved and she was able to tell other mothers the benefits of the vaccine, knowing that it was for a long term benefit and not just the immediate.

A story I found really powerful was a story about a lady that was having some hearing impairment. How she started a school for People with Disability even though she was also living with disability. This story made me support her in helping to process her documents during an event that held in China.

A story i found really scary was about a child lost in a forest

A story i found really scary was about a child lost in an evil forest

A story I found really powerful was the founder's reason for starting the business. It made me feel inspired.

A story I found realling powerful was the story of the Suez Canal in the Arab Republic of Egypt built by collective effort of the citizens. It made me feel the impact of visionary thinking and selflessness. One of the things that made the story memorable for me was the words of an elderly woman when she was asked why she so excited about the project, even though she may not be alive to enjoy the gains. She replied, "I am not doing it for myself, I am doing it for those to come."
That particular mindset resonated deeply with me and has re-awaken the need to be altruistic in me.

Storytelling is really a skill i should have acquire before now

A story that was memorable to me was one that I heard as a kid in my church, it was about the difficult life of children in the rural area. It touched me deeply that time. I remember I promise myself that I would be joining the child sponsorship program once I have my own money to support the program.

A story found compelling and touching was the story I read about the children living in Afghanistan and the impact of war and some of them recruited as suicide bombing or the way women were maltreated and always taken to be lesser than it commodity in some parts of the middle east, I felt sad for them, and I truly wanted to help in anyway to remove them from their situation

Something that happened to my daughter that really moved me was in 2017 - she was 13 years at that stage and had to undergo heart surgery that couldn't wait long. Due to the fact that as a single mom I had no medical insurance, and would have to pay for the surgery in excess of R100 000. I had two weeks to get the deposit together, and as one of the sources, we decided on crowd funding. On little boy of 9 years saw the article in the news paper, he saw the photos of her dancing in a performance, he apparently danced as well, and wrote her a beautiful letter in his own writing, telling her that she looked so beautiful on stage, and how sorry he was that she was now so sick. He literally sent us via friends his little piggy bank full on change to use - it was not a lot, but it was the most beautiful thing ever! It made me feel so thankful that there are such caring out there from strangers. Yes, the news articles of her dancing ( she was invited to dance internationally) and her being too sick to do that and how she really needed the surgery, enabled my to put down the 60% deposit 2 weeks later. I think it had something to do with people seeing where she came from, her potential that she could reach, but the hurdle that she had so overcome, just reminded them how precious life is, and they donated.

That is terrible! I would also join a movement to bring issues like this to the public eye - imagine being forced your whole life to do something against your will trying to raise ( as a result) your children to be fully rounded people but you don't even have your freedom

The story I found really powerful is the story about the ham in the pan. A woman cuts off the sides of her ham and places it in the oven. The daughter notices and asked, "Why do you cut off the edges off the ham, Mom?" The woman considers to depth of the question and answers, "I don't know. Ask your grandma." The little girls goes to the living room askes her grandma, "Grandma, why do you cut off the edges of the ham?" The grandma says, "Growing up during the depression, I only had one pan and it was too small, once I cut off the edges, I was able to make the ham fit." Moral of the story: Don't just follow traditions blindly.

I agree. I enjoy reading an underdog story anything day. The human potential in everyone of us regardless of social status or education is phenomenal.

A story found compelling and touching was the story I read about the children living in Afghanistan and the impact of war and some of them recruited as suicide bombing or the way women were maltreated and always taken to be lesser than it commodity in some parts of the middle east, I felt sad for them, and I truly wanted to help in anyway to remove them from their situation

When I joined my organization, I joined because I wanted to make an impact in my community. After I joined, hearing stories of how it all started and how we got to the point we are now as an organization made me more committed to helping children on the streets.

I found the tale woven by the Girl Rising non-profit nothing short of a powerful narrative that not only captivates the heart but also ignites the flames of social change. Picture this: a symphony of nine ordinary yet extraordinary girls, each with a unique story that transcends the ordinary bounds of society. Their narratives, brilliantly portrayed in the original Girl Rising film, serve as a beacon of inspiration and a catalyst for transformation.

A story i found powerful was about this young man who decided to shave and wash people suffering from mental diseases. He was starting a crowdfunding in order to buy a truck that could help him go through the country to help as many people as he could.

That story changed my point of view about people with mental illnesses. Usually, we don’t even care about them in the streets and see someone putting some light on them made me understand that ignorance from us is also what make them feel worse.

A while back, I worked on Girl Rising, a nonprofit focused on empowering girls, for a group case study. I found the tale woven by the Girl Rising non-profit nothing short of a powerful narrative that not only captivates the heart but also ignites the flames of social change. Picture this: a symphony of nine ordinary yet extraordinary girls, each with a unique story that transcends the ordinary bounds of society. Their narratives, brilliantly portrayed in the original Girl Rising film, serve as a beacon of inspiration and a catalyst for transformation. It's an experience that inspires you, a testament to the incredible impact storytelling can have in shaping a better, more inclusive world

A story I found really powerful was when I saw a group of women celebrating getting a borehole of clean water in their area. it made me feel empathetic as at times we take for granted some of the most important things in life that mean the world to someone else.

Thank you for sharing the story that inspired you @JWLANGDON! Dealing with mental illness not only requires inner strength but also support from society - both professional and social. Some stories depict these factors so well. A story about loneliness and its attending mental struggles that really moved me is 'Eleanor Oliphant is completely fine' by Gail Honeyman

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Thank you for sharing this amazing story! It is amazing that the core skills of the hunter were recognized to enable him to pivot from a destroyer to a preserver. We all need that help to put our skills and potential to the right cause.

I am very interested in language, cognition and literacy. The one story that really stands out in my memory is ‘Through Streets Broad and Narrow’ by Gemma Jackson. The novel tells the story of strength and determination shown by the protagonist, a poor girl in the 1920s Dublin tenement life. What really inspired me was the role played by literacy in skilling her to improve her life in incremental ways. Not only does she learn to read and write, but she fearlessly asks for help from people who could help her with this. The immediate results of literacy in helping her document the inventory of her small business, manage the accounts and provide opportunities to improve her business is inspiring to read about.

Reading, writing and basic numeracy are important life skills to lead a productive, independent life. Literacy can also be a reservoir of many hours of joyful leisure, a spark for our aspirations. I experience this when I help young children from challenged situations to get the boost for enduring academic abilities through good foundational literacy skills. Seeing the children blossom from ‘students who need help’ to joyful, independent learners is a deeply satisfying experience.

A story I found really powerful was the story of an old woman without a child. It made. Me feel so compassionate that I want to help with some domestic chores

A story I found really powerful was the creation of the Upcycling Club at Mohammedia Youth Center by Ben Arous Youth Leaders. It made me feel inspired by how they turned waste into valuable artisanal products, addressing environmental issues and youth unemployment. This initiative showcases the transformative power of creativity and collective action, motivating a reconsideration of waste's potential and the importance of empowering young people to drive positive change in their communities.

Nice story. It shows how much of a difference compassion and action can make in the lives of others.

I am a CASA for foster youth. As part of our training, we heard from a social worker and listened to a 911-call placed by a young child while her parents were in the middle of a domestic dispute. I will never forget listening to that call. While this isn't a voluntarily told story, on the part of the 9-1-1 caller, those 30 seconds illustrated more than the workbooks and readings, charts and graphs, could ever have shown. While not for general consumption, this story increased my determination and dedication to serving through this organization and for the need for supportive services.

A story of a boy who used to come to our programs because at home he was abused and that he did not want to run away from home because he had smaller siblings, we ended up finding a sponsor for the boy and his two sisters and we hope all will be well

A story I found really powerful was the story of women in the Upper East region of Ghana who only depended on farming to survive and feed their families. It made me appreciate the privileges I have and things I took for granted .

A story I found really powerful was about a man who was killed in the USA by a thief. He was in debt, and his family had put their car up for sale. The house was valued at $7,000. A friend of his shared his story on Facebook and started an auction. In the post, he detailed how the man had suffered from cancer in his childhood, how he met the girl of his dreams, and how his main dream was to purchase the car for her. They ended up selling the car for $30,000.

A story I found really powerful was about a man who was killed in the USA by a thief. He was in debt, and his family had put their car up for sale. The house was valued at $7,000. A friend of his shared his story on Facebook and started an auction. In the post, he detailed how the man had suffered from cancer in his childhood, how he met the girl of his dreams, and how his main dream was to purchase the car for her. They ended up selling the car for $30,000.

story I found really powerful was about a man who was killed in the USA by a thief. He was in debt, and his family had put their car up for sale. The house was valued at $7,000. A friend of his shared his story on Facebook and started an auction. In the post, he detailed how the man had suffered from cancer in his childhood, how he met the girl of his dreams, and how his main dream was to purchase the car for her. They ended up selling the car for $30,000.

A story I found powerful was the story of a young girl from a community my organization impacted with anti-corruption education. The young girl was moved by the way we engaged them and the stories of change from other young ones we shared with them. Seeing as her peers in the community found it difficult to understand the general language spoken in the animated film we engaged them with, this girl volunteered to translate the animated film to their native language, so every child in the community could be properly communicated with. It felt amazing that our stories touched something deep within her and she voluntarily contributed her quota to solve a major problem in her environs.

A story of a young teenager who saved up money , so he could get children in a nearby orphanage pay their school fees.
it made me feel compassionate and to value love.

The story was memorable because it has to do with humanity

2. I empathise with the girl because of what the situation pushed her into
3. The story made me look for organizations that could render any kind of service aside the financial it could be PSS etc

A story I found really powerful was about the coffee shop that hire people with disabilities. it made me feel with hope, excited, and positive about the future of many many people there with disabilities, on my personal casa I have a child with Autism, he is very functional, however, he has some autistic behaviors. This story makes believe that he can have a regular life on his future.

Such a powerful and motivating story.

A story I found really powerful was the autobiography of the former CEO of the social impact organization I used to work for. She wrote in detail about the struggles she faced in life, stemmed by something relatable to many in her generation -- a lack of parental affection that led her to seek out love in all the wrong places in her youth. Her story details the many trials she faced and how she eventually overcame them. Her story is heart-breaking and inspiring. It includes a call to action to support her organization and makes you feel like you can be a part of something life-changing. This compelled me to donate to the organization and to throw myself even deeper into my work with the organization.

Wow! I can see how using an audio recording from a 911 call can illustrate the real-life significance of the work that your organization does. I can see how that can show the greater story arc of what it means to work in foster care and how it can motivate those early in the training process.

A story I found really powerful was the story of a girl who is a victim of child marriage. It made me feel the need to work harder in advocating for an end to child marriage.

The first time I heard the story of the failed delivery at the local primary health care Centre, it evoked a lot of emotion in me that, I felt I needed to change something about the state of healthcare delivery in my community

A story that I found provoking was about a couple who are passionate about providing subsidized education for low income communities. The students pay 100 naira (less than 10 cents). This truly was inspiring for me and encouraged me to plan towards supporting them.

A story that really moved me was about an old aged lady, 70's upwards, that, when her husband died and he couldn't provide for her in a testament or will, was left to fend for herself. She was evicted from her rental apartment and had nowhere to turn to, as her children had left emigrated. She was literally living on the streets when she was "found" by a social worker at a bus stop where she stayed the night. She was taken to a place of safety - and was able to stay there with other destitute aged people. With the help of the community, the charity had started this small "village - the place of safety for the aged" with small rooms to rent, but they empowered them each with a function at the place. Some were in charge of the kitchen to make food, others were in charge of the vegetable garden and so on, so that each person still felt valued. They were able to forge bonds with fellow residents, friendships, and with their work, had new hope. It really touched me deeply, because how awful would it be to have nowhere to turn to, nobody to laugh with, no friends, no shelter, nothing.. There were no drink or drugs involved, just a husband that passed without provision. Life could happen to anybody. The lady's story really made me volunteer with seeds, and compost, and to donate a few bucks for the food.

Yes that is touching powerful stories of hope. What did they do to help the poorest of them?