“Interconnection is a narrative antidote to authoritarianism,” but we must “embody interconnection in how we see ourselves and organise.” Because “narrative work isn’t just about crafting stories to make sense of reality; it’s also about shaping the lived experiences and the sense of possibility we collectively nurture.” So we must “expand the boundaries of our identity beyond organisational logos, single-issue campaigns, and geographical silos that have long structured our social change efforts.” Roa also guards against the trap of ‘us and them’ framing: “every time we frame those who sow fear as a distinct ‘them,’ we inadvertently reproduce the same logic we’re trying to dismantle.” Instead, ‘change the game’ by “inviting people on a collective journey where the goal isn’t to defeat ‘the other,’ but to build a shared future rooted in dignity, interconnectedness, and the common good.”

Reveals that “we are at an important inflection point. More collective mindsets on health are emerging and old mindsets are being applied in new, more systemic ways. Over the last six years, the way we think about health in the UK has changed.” This has implications for communicators, which are explored in detail, but in brief: “1) Position public health asks as national initiatives and needs. 2) Reinforce the idea that when all of us have what we need to be healthy, our communities thrive. 3) Use an expansive, inclusive definition of ‘nation.’” (Part of the Moving Mindsets programme)

A practical deep dive into ‘climate anxiety’: how to talk about it, live with it, and act on it. “To prevent climate mental health challenges, think of: ‘Do a favor, work with neighbors’ And to treat climate mental health challenges in ways that can spread, think: ‘Peer-sharing for scalable caring’.”

“An evidence-based (and solutions-focused) framing strategy for shifting understanding and building greater support for action to address the wider determinants of health. The strategy centres on making the issue more tangible for people by using explanation.”

"The futures in this report offer glimpses of three alternative worlds in 2036: worlds where the most important things are belonging, care, and repair. They are neither utopian nor dystopian but somewhere in between; a little like real life, but fifteen years ahead."

If you haven’t already spent time with Ella’s podcast, it’s well worth it. The practice sessions are a great option for anyone feeling the need for a moment to pause and reflect.

An 8-week course offering an ‘an exploration into being together’, delivered by a long list of folk including Bayo Akomalefe, Nora Bateson, Jeremy Lent, Tiokasin Ghosthorse and Adah Paris.

"'Grief, Love, Action: Transforming collective sorrow into collective power' was co-hosted by Narrative Initiative and Women’s March Network. You can watch a video of the event here and find out more about our guests."

A beautiful, practical reflection on RP’s work so far, looking at the central role and power of relationships for the world we hope to create, and how to go about establishing them.