StoryTellers Community is a community for film enthusiasts, especially those who are passionate about creating films that have a positive impact on society. StoryTellers Community provides support in connecting with industry experts and offers knowledge through training sessions, mentoring, and project pitching. The StoryTellers Community fosters an open and friendly environment for members to confidently exchange ideas and share experiences with one another.

The community was established in 2023 through the StoryTellers Program implemented by ForGood Vietnam with the sponsorship of the U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City. The StoryTellers Community connects organizations and individuals who aspire to make a social impact, aiming to achieve sustainable goals through film projects. The community is led by the Executive Committee, graduated from the StoryTellers course who volunteer their time and expertise.

The Launching Ceremony of the Storytellers Community and the Executive Committee for the term 2023-2024 on June 2, 2023

VISION

Harnessing the power of storytelling to raise awareness about important social issues, promote empathy and understanding, and drive positive change within our community and beyond.

MISSION

Spreading the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through film projects and community activities.

VALUES

Kindness, courage, authenticity, and truth.

OPERATING PRINCIPLES

• Complying with the orientation and laws of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.
• Adhering to the regulations and culture of the community.
• Respecting the opinions, perspectives, and contributions of each community member.
• Using polite language and respecting active listening. Avoiding offensive, vulgar, or misleading language.
• Actively contributing to the group by sharing ideas, knowledge, and skills. Supporting and collaborating with other members to achieve common goals.
• Being friendly, open-minded, positive, and joyfully integrating with everyone in the community.
• Respecting differences.
• Contributing to ensuring that the Storytellers Community is a safe, positive environment where everyone can participate.

MAIN ACTIVITIES

• Sharing and providing useful resources on filmmaking and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Connecting with experts, social activists to organize training sessions and workshops at universities in Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta region.
• Organizing events and short film projects to promote social awareness.

Other information you may be interested in:

• View information about trainers, speakers, guests and accompanying experts.
• View information about upcoming events.
• Register to join the community.