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Story-based Work, in Practice

Explore real examples of how Narrative 4’s work unfolds in everyday settings.

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Two students in front of a Narrative 4 Africa sign. One is speaking into a microphone.
A group of students standing in a circle with tangled strands of pink yarn that connect everyone in the circle.

Inside Our Case Studies

Our case studies are designed to share how Narrative 4’s work is applied in real-world settings.

What to expect

N4’s case studies share how story-based experiences are put into practice. Each one includes context about the setting, how the session was implemented, and what participants learned. Together, they show how Story Exchange can grow and adapt across communities, schools, and organizations.

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Milestones, Moments,
and Triumphs

Explore real examples of how Narrative 4 brings people together through story—from classrooms and communities to global gatherings.

  • K-12 250+ Participants Milwaukee, WI

    Marquette University High School

    Case Study Milwaukee, WI Marquette University High School Area of Focus: Listening, Curiosity, Imagination and Positive Action Objectives: ● To

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  • Higher Ed 400+ Participants New York, NY

    Grossman Medical School

    Case Study New York, NY NYU Langone, Grossman Medical School Area of Focus: Listening and Compassion in Medical Settings Objectives:

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  • Higher Ed 300 Participants Ithaca, NY

    Ithaca College

    Case Study Ithaca, NY Ithaca College Ithaca College formed a partnership with Narrative 4 intentionally designed to support first year

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It has helped our classroom be better, both emotionally and academically. Because we have better discussions, we have better work come out from being able to share our own ideas.

Kate
Student Participant, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

More Ways to Learn About Our Work

Join schools, universities, and organizations nationwide using research-backed storytelling to build connections, strengthen culture, and inspire positive action.

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