Save the date: Every 2nd Friday in the month, starting at 12th September.
The objective
“Talking Stories” shall be a monthly gathering at India Peace Centre in which we exchange about stories of various kind that are related to the objectives of IPC. We want to discuss about peace, justice, and environment related topics. “Talking Stories” is telling and hearing stories, analysing and discuss. This review and storytelling sessions shall be a place to exchange about ideas and good stories and also discuss, what we might learn from each other.
The concept
Every meeting few (one to three) people bring a story they want to share with the group. This might be a movie or documentary we watch together, a short story that is read out at the meeting or a book presentation with a sample reading. The concept is kept freely. People can bring a story they like, tell it, and give information about it in whatever way they like. It is also possible to read out or tell a story of your own origin. However, it should match with the objectives of India Peace Centre (peace, justice, environment related topics). After the story we talk about it. There is room for questions, thoughts and feelings about the story and a discussion between the participants. The person(s) who present the story might also moderate/host the discussion. There shall be different people presenting their stories each meeting. You can also do it in groups of two or three people.
Expected outcome
The goal is to broaden our horizon via storytelling and sharing knowledge. We want to celebrate the power of stories. Stories depict various issues and human concerns in a way you can relate to it. A well-made story makes you dive into it, feel with the characters, and understand their struggles not only intellectual but also emotionally. So, in sharing our stories we offer understanding of our struggles and concerns to the other people that listen to it. The program also contributes to the objectives of the India Peace Centre engaging with peace and environmental issues as well as social justice. The goal is to have a gathering of interested and engaged people to fill the campus of IPC with life and meaningful conversations. Finally, it is also about building a good relationship with one another and have some fun. The idea is that everyone dives into their own interests so that the program does not feel like exhausting extra work but as an activity that can be enjoyed. When we all share content of our own interest, we will also develop and broaden our very own interests in exchanging with others.
