Who are we?
SharedStories is a project that aims to reduce senior loneliness and social isolation by offering skills-based writing workshops that allow participants to connect with their personal stories and with others in meaningful and sustainable ways.
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Sheri is an educator and youth travel guide writer at www.stellasstories.ca & www.stellas7stories.com. She holds an MSc. in Physical Geography, BSc. in Ecology, BEd., TESL/TEFL Certification and is currently pursuing her MBA. Her experiences studying, working, and travelling in Canada and abroad have helped to shape her perspectives. As a mom living in a multi-generational household, Sheri wants to challenge the way we view aging, wellness, independence, learning and connection. She’s excited to lead the SharedStories experience.
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The author of eight poetry collections and a novel, she has led over 250 writing workshops, master classes and seminars from universities to elementary schools in Canada and abroad. She has taught in traditional and digital classrooms; in urban, rural, and indigenous settings (including Inuit communities in Quebec's north). She had mentored aspiring writers and at-risk youth, led poetry workshops for the Quebec Writers' Federation and coached educators on how to teach creative writing. For over a decade, she participated in “Quebec Roots”, an innovative educational project created by the Blue Metropolis Literary Foundation, in which a writer/photographer team partners with students to help them develop and publish a photo-essay of their community. For more information about Carolyn, click here to support her other projects and work. Carolyn's no longer involved with the SharedStories as she pursues other passions.
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Aranza is a polyglot business student who has travelled abroad to expand her knowledge on multiculturalism and languages. By working alongside elders and boomers, her experience has given SharedStories authenticity and a sense of trust. Her short stories have been published in the newspaper and she is currently working on a book. Aranza's no longer with the SharedStories project as she pursues other endeavours.
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What motivates you to write?
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FAMILY
SHARING WORDS OF WISDOM TRADITION CULTURE & TRAVEL |
MEMORIES OF GROWING UP
LOVE HISTORY AND RELIGION CHANGE & GROWTH |
EXPLORE MULTICULTURAL STORIES
One world, different perspectives
We want to make sure you feel comfortable and that's why we give you the opportunity to share your story in your first language.