Human ‘books’ Josh, Aster and John shared their lived experience stories recently at GHD Group, challenging stereotypes and breaking down barriers that exclude. Story telling has long been used as a way to connect and educate. At A Fairer World we co-deliver diversity and inclusion training, promoting social justice with our Human ‘books’. Just like a traditional library, except as real humans we can engage and keep the dialogue open.
Feedback was well received with 96% of participants vowing will include other more after the workshop.
Some feedback included:
“The value of being understood as an authentic version of yourself. And as Josh says there is an economic/productivity argument for that. Thank you for highlighting”
“I learnt how important it is to openly and actively listen to others and create a safe environment for others to feel comfortable to do so.”
“Learned more about gender identity and I loved John’s summary about spaces/people making him disabled/that he is not disabled”
At A Fairer World, we’re dedicated to building diversity, inclusion, and social justice. Through our various programs, such as the Hobart Human Library and community outreach initiatives, we strive to dismantle barriers and cultivate empathy and understanding among individuals from all walks of life. The stories of resilience and triumph shared within our Hobart Human Library, each story serves as a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit.
To read more inspiring stories host a Hobart Human Library forum.
But our mission doesn’t stop there. We believe in taking action to create tangible change in our communities. That’s why we’re excited to announce the launch of our Hobart Human Library forum initiative, where schools and workplaces can host their own Human Library events. By bringing together individuals with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences, these forums provide a platform for dialogue and understanding, fostering a culture of empathy and inclusion.
Interested in hosting a Hobart Human Library forum at your school or workplace? Contact us to learn more about how you can get involved.
Additionally, you can support our cause by making a donation your contribution enables us to continue our vital work in promoting diversity, inclusion, and social justice. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference in creating a fairer world for all.
Together, we can build a world where everyone feels valued, respected, and included.
