In a compelling podcast episode, Burcu Simsek takes us on an enlightening journey through the transformative power of digital storytelling. As an associate professor at Hacettepe University and the founder of the Digital Story Hub, Burcu is a pioneer in using digital narratives to amplify women's voices and promote gender equality. Her journey began with a groundbreaking PhD thesis that reimagined traditional consciousness-raising meetings for the digital age. This innovative approach has empowered countless women across Turkey, allowing them to share their stories and perspectives in new and impactful ways.

The transformative power of digital storytelling is beautifully showcased in the latest podcast episode titled “Crafting a Movement with Uganda’s Digital Storytellers.” In this captivating episode, we step into the vibrant world of East Africa, where they are harnessing the art of digital narratives to advocate for gender equality. The episode features conversation following the North American premiere of “A Shared Dream,” a poignant documentary that illuminates the process of digital storytelling as a tool to address gender dynamics in their communities.