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Volume 2 of  “The Justice We Imagine” series is available for viewing, listening, and reflection.

When is true social justice possible?

What shapes our approach to the work?

Why does understanding and sharing our social justice origin stories matter?

As you listen to their responses, think of how you might reply to these questions.

Although much of the storytelling so far in Social Justice Origin Stories has taken the form of 1:1 conversations, I try to bring their voices together whenever I can. I recently released the first volume in a sub-series I’m creating called “The Justice We Imagine”, where I ask storytellers 3 questions:

When is true social justice possible?

What shapes our approach to the work?

Why does understanding and sharing our social justice origin stories matter?

As you listen to their responses, think of how you might reply to these questions.

Arc Telos Saint Amour speaks on the profound impact of shame and its role in preventing introspection and personal growth. Using a case study from an old reality TV show, they explore how ingrained behaviors from socialization influence actions and perpetuate harm.

In their storytelling, they emphasize the key to breaking the cycle lies in confronting and taking ownership of our harmful behaviors. They share that actual progress requires opening the “box of shame” to foster learning, growth, and forward movement on the path of social justice.