Workshops Storytelling for a Healthy Hawai‘i Framing for a Healthy Hawai‘i

Storytelling for a Healthy Hawaiʻi is a public health communications workshop presented by Ovation Communication. This highly interactive, two-hour virtual workshop will equip and motivate attendees to craft and deliver impactful stories of their work to share with stakeholders, policymakers, and the public.

Participants will be introduced to storytelling frameworks and guided through hands-on exercises to build their storytelling capabilities. They'll explore real-life examples, practice identifying key elements of a great story, and collaborate in small groups to refine their narratives. By the end of the session, participants will leave with story ideas and the tools to create stories that align with the Healthy Hawai‘i Vision 2030.

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Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Time: 10:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m

Webinar link will be provided to confirmed registrants.

Workshop Objectives

  • Recognize the Value of Storytelling: Learn how stories can be used to illustrate the importance of the HHSP 2030 and make the work relatable and actionable.
  • Develop Storytelling Skills: Gain practical tools and frameworks to craft compelling narratives, including techniques for identifying key messages and structuring stories for maximum impact.
  • Build Confidence in Sharing Stories: Learn strategies to overcome hesitation and confidently present their stories.
Presenter

Kerri Garbis is the CEO and founder of Ovation Communication, a globally recognized leader in Professional Presence and Speaker Development Training. Ovation leverages business-savvy professional actors to deliver customized coaching in public speaking, storytelling, and hybrid communication. A certified expert in Business Etiquette and Emotional Intelligence, Kerri also authored the popular business resource, "Presentation Skills for Managers," published by McGraw-Hill. Her TEDx Talk, "How to Rehearse Anything," has become a go-to resource for speakers looking to refine their presentation skills.