Beyond the Isms: Crafting Stories that Spark Real-World Activism

A part of Writers Weekend Day 1 (Craft)

Pay-what-you-can for guaranteed seat; FREE to walk-ups (space depending)

Sponsored by Yerba Buena Partnership

When the world's on fire, storytelling can act as first-responder to community hearts and minds, inspiring real-world activism that drives social change. From our expert authors, you’ll learn how to shine a light on things that matter and craft narratives that build genuine empathy, explore cultural and social responsibility, and maybe, just maybe, motivate readers to act. Join panelists Jilanne Hoffmann, Khan Wong, Safia Elhillo, and Savala Nolan for tips spanning genres across poetry, longform essays, children’s books, and speculative fiction. Moderated by Jane Ganahl.