Workshop on Storytelling and Crafting Compelling Narratives with Smriti Keshari & Eric Schlosser

Join us for a powerful and immersive workshop designed to explore the art of storytelling and creating impactful calls to action around serious global issues such as nuclear disarmament. Facilitated by award-winning filmmakers and artists Eric Schlosser and Smriti Keshari, the creators of the critically acclaimed film The Bomb, this session will dive deep into how storytelling can shape public perception and drive meaningful change.

In this interdisciplinary workshop, participants will learn how to communicate complex topics with urgency and emotion, engaging audiences across various platforms. Schlosser and Keshari will share their creative processes, drawing from their experiences of blending visual storytelling with political advocacy, and offer insights into how compelling narratives can spark conversations, raise awareness, and inspire action on some of the world’s most pressing issues both locally and globally.

Key takeaways:
Learn techniques for creating compelling narratives around complex, serious topics.
Understand how to craft clear, urgent calls to action that resonate with diverse audiences.
Gain insights from The Bomb, an award-winning film that brings the dangers of nuclear weapons to the forefront.
Engage in hands-on exercises to practice developing your own storytelling skills and calls to action.

This workshop is open to all undergraduate and graduate students, regardless of academic discipline. Whether you're studying the arts, humanities, science, or policy, this session will equip you with valuable skills for conveying critical messages and making a difference in today's world.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from two leading artists who are pushing boundaries in the realm of advocacy through film and art!

Boxed lunches will be provided!