Reclaiming Your Voice

Session 1 of “Small Actions, Big Shifts: Reclaiming Civic Power in Times of Fatigue”
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 | 6:30–8:00 PM | Virtual
Registration opens November 24, 2025

In moments of civic fatigue, our stories can become powerful tools for connection, advocacy, and change. This interactive workshop explores how personal and community narratives can influence justice, shape public perception, and strengthen civic engagement—without leading to burnout.

Participants will learn:
• How storytelling acts as civic leadership
• Narrative framing and values-based communication
• How to connect lived experiences to systems and policy
• How to craft a concise 90-second “civic story” suitable for public or community sharing

Featured Panelists

Sara Vitieri — Actress, producer, and arts advocate committed to expanding independent film opportunities in the Lehigh Valley.

Chloe Cole-Wilson — Executive Director of Basement Poetry; expert in arts-based community engagement and storytelling for healing, equity, and justice.

Quanesha Johnson, M.Ed., LPC — Licensed therapist and community wellness educator dedicated to destigmatizing mental health and building resilience.

Moderator

Danielle Adams-Wiltshire — Leadership coach and empowerment strategist; founder of QueenSuite; community leader advancing racial and gender equity.

Who Should Attend

Anyone seeking to reconnect with purpose, build civic agency, and use their voice to shift narratives in their community.

Cost

$25.00 / $10.00 for students or seniors.

Advance registration required.

Register

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