RiseWorks Academy
Module 1: Storytelling Foundations
Why storytelling matters for mission-driven organizations. The anatomy of an impact story. How to find, structure, and tell the stories that move people to action.
Duration
4–6 hours self-paced + 1 hour live session
Format
Video lessons, exercises, live workshop
For
Communications staff, executive directors, program leads
Prerequisites
None — this is the starting point
Lessons
Estimated completion: 4–6 hours self-paced + 1 hour live session · Includes 3 exercises, 5 quizzes, and 1 assessment
Framework Workshop — 1 Hour Facilitated Session
After completing the self-paced lessons, join a live session with a RiseWorks facilitator and your cohort to:
Present your draft storytelling framework
Get peer feedback and real-time refinement
Q&A on applying the frameworks to your specific context
Establish accountability partners and next steps
Scheduled upon enrollment. Sessions run via Google Meet or in-person in Miami.
Resources Included
Storytelling Framework Template
Google Doc
Story Discovery Worksheet
Ethical Storytelling Checklist
Story Bank Template
Google Sheet
Example Frameworks from Nonprofits
PDF collection
Further Reading List
Curated links
Up Next
Module 2: Visual Storytelling with Photography
How professional photography transforms your communications.
Ready to build storytelling fluency across your team?
Academy training is included with every RiseWorks subscription.