Become an Asian Girls Ignite Storyteller
We believe that stories hold immense power in shaping individual identity and building community.
Stories spark conversations, amplify voices, and inspire others to write their own. That’s why storytelling is such an important pillar of Asian Girls Ignite as an organization.
Nearly every AANHPI woman we’ve met in Denver has expressed that they wish they had an organization like Asian Girls Ignite when they were growing up. Storytelling empowers these women to give back to their younger selves.
Our storytellers generously share their time and experiences with Asian Girls Ignite students. In return, they get the fulfillment of inspiring the next generation of AANHPI storytellers.
Your Story. Your Power.
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Your Story. Your Power. ·
Storytelling Benefits
Students meet positive AANHPI role models
Students see themselves represented in different occupations, spaces, and roles
Students learn about AANHPI history locally, nationally, and globally
Students connect to people with similar experiences or learn empathy for people with different experiences
Students see examples of how others practice Asian Girls Ignite’s values
What to Expect
In general, our storytelling events follow this format:
Storytellers share their story for about 5 minutes
Q&A with students for about 10 - 15 minutes
Storyteller participates in or leads an activity based on their story, profession, hobbies, or passions for about 60 - 90 minutes
Storytellers are compensated $50/hour for 2 hours of student-facing time and up to 1 hour of prep time and 1 hour of transportation time.
