Learn more about Relando's founding beliefs, assumptions, and aspirations that inform his work with Social Justice Origin Stories. Relando also explains the project structure in more detail including the storytelling perspectives of personal journeys, organizational histories, educational segments, and community voices. Consider this an orientation to get acclimated, as well as an invitation to consider your own story and contributions. What you'll learn in this episode: 00:00 Introduction to Social Justice Origin Stories 00:32 The Power of Storytelling 01:24 Personal Motivations and Experiences 03:37 Understanding Socialization and Internalized Oppression 06:49 Building Community and Collective Storytelling 09:38 Challenges and Fatigue in Social Justice Work 13:32 Formats and Themes of the Project 19:39 Conclusion and Call to Action Support the podcast by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/SocialJusticeOriginStories Other Important Links: Social Justice Origin Stories Project Website: https://socialjusticeoriginstories.com YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SocialJusticeOriginStories Follow Social Justice Origin Stories on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/socialjusticeoriginstories/ Follow Social Justice Origin Stories on Threads https://www.threads.net/@socialjusticeoriginstories?xmt=AQGzmxmHgZ8XactVuJeywKRFcE4r86Ya_swu5BROzwjaZFM Social Justice Origin Stories is produced, edited, and hosted by Relando Thompkins-Jones.
