“How can we share stories that inspire change without making people feel like their story is the price of help?”

“How do we ensure storytellers feel empowered, not pressured, to say yes?”

“Is it ever appropriate—or necessary—to compensate people for sharing their experiences?”

Storytelling is a powerful tool for nonprofits. The right story can build trust, spark generosity, and create meaningful impact. But when done carelessly, it can unintentionally reinforce power imbalances between organizations and the communities they serve.

In this beginner-friendly installment of Narratives With Integrity, we’ll explore the fundamentals of ethical storytelling: how to approach, collect, and share stories in ways that prioritize respect, consent, and agency. You’ll learn how to ensure stories are offered, not owed, and how to engage storytellers with integrity from start to finish.

Join us for this MemoryFox Special Event in partnership with the Ethical Nonprofit Summit on Wednesday, March 11th, 2026, at 2 pm ET / 11 am PT, led by MemoryFox CEO/Founder Chris Miano, with a panel of thought leaders who will discuss:

• How to recognize and navigate power dynamics in story collection
• Ethical ways to compensate or honor storytellers
• How to foster consent and agency throughout the storytelling process
• Practical strategies to move from transactional to trust-based storytelling

This session is perfect for nonprofit staff, volunteers, and storytellers eager to create meaningful impact without compromising ethics or dignity.

Meet the Panelists:

• Diana Farias Heinrich – Habrá Marketing
• Amina Mohamed – Cameras for Girls
• Jess Van Bussel – JVB Consulting

Your questions will lead the way. The ONLY questions we’ll ask during the session come directly from attendees—so think about the things that have held you back from storytelling, and submit your questions for our panel to discuss live.