Imagination
Builds Power

Center for Story-based Strategy (CSS) is a national movement-building organization dedicated to harnessing the power of narrative for social change.

We offer training and strategic support to social justice organizations and alliances to change the story on the issues that matter most.

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Top Memes 2020: The Meme-ing of Democracy!

Nominations are open! This year's edition of Top Memes will focus on narrative interventions for democracy. What images, messages, actions or other containers of meaning are our movements using to expand and champion "rule by the people"?

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#the4thBox • Free Game APP

Explore what’s beyond Equality and Equity. Play The 4th Box Simulation Game and begin your journey in discovering possible answers to, "How did we get here?" and "How can we move beyond this?

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The 4th Box: DEI + Story-based Strategy Online

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion work in action using Story-based Strategy

This 90-minute self paced workshop will introduce you to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in theory and use using Story-based Strategy. Participants will be provided with a practical framework for understanding issues of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in their work and how using a Story-based Strategy can assist in both assessment and planning.

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