StoryCon2020: 2020 National Storytelling Conference TBA Decatur, GA, United States, July 23-26, 2020 |
Conference website | https://storynet.org/nsnevents/conference/ |
Submission link | https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=storycon2020 |
Abstract registration deadline | November 15, 2019 |
Submission deadline | December 31, 2019 |
Each year NSN strives to bring together storytellers from every corner of the world to participate in an annual conference with a wide variety of workshops, education sessions, performances, and networking opportunities. We want this year’s conference to be better than ever, but we can’t do it without YOU! From attendees to sponsors to speakers and performers we need new and familiar faces to get involved and help make the National Storytelling Conference the best event yet. We’ll release more information as it becomes available so check back often for updates on keynote speakers, registration, housing, and events associated with the National Storytelling Conference.
Submission Deadline
Deadline for submissions: November 15, 2019
Conference Theme
The theme for the 2020 National Storytelling Conference is…
Empathy: The Storyteller’s Superpower
Alternative approaches to addressing our differences
We live in divided times where we can easily surround ourselves with only those who think and vote like us. Storytelling is a powerful antidote that helps us slow down, listen deeply, and engage emotionally. By telling and listening to stories with respect, we activate our hearts and minds. This year, in addition to sessions related to the art, craft, business, and applications of storytelling, we seek proposals that will help:
- Develop empathy and use it to resolve conflicts,
- Share powerful stories,
- Practice active listening,
- Connect across cultural divides,
- Find common ground,
- Communicate difficult material through story, and
- Unleash your superpower!
Note: The majority of workshops at the conference will be presented by NSN members. If you would like to become an NSN member go to https://storynet.org/membership/.
Committees
The Program Review Committee is a group of volunteers who are not able to provide feedback on individual proposals. Selected applicants will be notified by January 30, 2020.
Contact
If you have any questions, please contact the NSN office at events@storynet.org or 1-800-525-4514.