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Telling Your WIC Story Why and How Why tell Stories

Telling Your WIC Story Why and How Why tell stories Storytelling is one of the most powerful tools we can use to convince others of the value of a cause Your story is the why of WIC the art of translating values into action through stories Through stories individuals communities and organizations construct their identity and inspire action Each of us has a compelling story to tell that can move others The key to storytelling is understanding that values inspire action through emotion We experience our values emotionally they are what move us to act Because stories allow us to express our values not as abstract principles but as lived experience they have the power to move others to action as well It is a good idea to use WIC data in your advocacy however it is always best to start with an emotional values based appeal such as your WIC story then to use data driven success indicators as supportive points How to Tell an Effective WIC Story We can only tell our own story not anyone else's so our story can only be what we find compelling about working for WIC what difference being a WIC participant has made in our lives etc Our stories express the values or experiences that call us to take leadership on WIC advocacy



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