Stories connect us.
Story Bridge builds community and belonging through the power of story. We support schools, businesses, universities and organizations in bringing people together to share their stories, spark curiosity, and form authentic connections – one story at a time.
What is Story Bridge?
We live in a world where divisions can feel deeper than ever. Story Bridge creates spaces where people come together—across differences of identity, background, and viewpoint—to share meaningful stories from their lives.
Led by acclaimed authors and educators Jennifer De Leon and Adam Stumacher, Story Bridge offers coaching and facilitation to help participants explore, shape, and share personal stories. The result? Laughter, empathy, and unforgettable connections that transform communities.
How Story Bridge Works
Through a step-by-step process, with personalized coaching by Jenn and Adam, participants identify and shape the stories that matter most to them. Participants then bring their stories to life in a showcase, transforming a personal memory into a collective experience. Jenn and Adam then coach participants in how to leverage the power of storytelling in their roles – and their lives.
DISCOVER
Storytellers identify meaningful and memorable moments in their lives.
SHAPE
Guided by facilitators, the Storytellers then craft a compelling narrative.
IMPLEMENT
Storytellers develop a plan on how to harness story to strengthen connection in classrooms and teams.
SHARE
The heart of Story Bridge is the act of sharing. Storytellers present to their community.
Bring Story Bridge to Your Community
Story Bridge helps schools, companies, and organizations create cultures of listening, empathy, and belonging.
Our programs:
Cultivate stronger communities in schools and workplaces.
Build connection within classrooms and teams.
Foster trust and openness across differences.
Forge new bonds that last long after the program ends.
Story Bridge programs are available in-person or virtually, in flexible formats to suit your needs.
The Heart Behind Story Bridge
Story Bridge is led by Jennifer De Leon and Adam Stumacher, award-winning authors and educators who believe in the power of stories to connect communities
Your Facilitators
• Jennifer De Leon •
Jenn is the author of Borderless, Don’t Ask Me Where I’m From, and White Space. Featured on the TODAY show and teaching at Harvard and Framingham State, she brings her passion for storytelling to readers and participants of all ages.
• Adam Stumacher •
Adam’s writing has appeared in The New York Times, Granta, and on NPR. A lecturer at the Harvard Kennedy School and longtime educator, his work on storytelling and education has reached audiences nationwide.