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Mission and vision

First there is CONVERSATION.

We believe everyone should live in a world where every story matters.

A world where everyone - regardless of ability, background, or circumstances - should have access to the resources and opportunities to tell their story.

Why? To make a better, fairer, and more equal society. 

The capacity of communities to transform and make meaning of their environment and circumstances must not be limited to those with the available capital, resources, and networks.

By telling your story, communities and individuals - especially those whose stories are rarely heard - can challenge through language:

  • the assumptions and prejudices of everyday life
  • the life circumstances of the vulnerable and marginalised
  • the reconsideration of what is 'taken for granted'
  • proposals for new and better ways to improve quality of life

Published: 30th August, 2017

Updated: 10th April, 2019

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Verbal Arts Centre
Stable Lane and Mall Wall
Bishop Street Within
Derry~Londonderry, BT48 6PU

Tel:028 7126 6946
Email:[email protected]

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