The Impact of Storytelling on Inclusive Communities
The Impact of Storytelling on Inclusive Communities In a world that too often feels bifurcated by culture, language,…
Empowering individuals & organisations to create understanding, equality, and connection through storytelling, education and inclusive dialogue.




Dialogue Fosters is a community interest organisation based in Newcastle upon Tyne dedicated to bridging differences. Founded in 2021, we bring people together through dialogue, storytelling and education to foster equality, empathy and social cohesion.
Our work empowers communities, provides professional development opportunities, and fosters inclusive spaces where learning and understanding can flourish.
Explore our key initiatives in EDI training, storytelling, peacebuilding and migration education to increase understanding, reduce inequality and promote inclusive communities across the area.
We build education, creativity, and dialogue to create relevant learning opportunities that inspire both personal and social transformation.
All of our programmes are facilitated by experienced facilitators and members of the community who have in-depth experience in equality, diversity and inclusion.
We offer in-person and online sessions for individuals, schools, and organisations.
Our work is rooted in collaboration, empathy, and lived experience – ensuring every voice counts.
Find learning and training programmes that relate to your desires – from professional development to storytelling in the community.
Participate in our training or workshops to connect you, educate you, and inspire you.
Take what you learn and practice inclusive practices, have conversations, and create change in your community.
Empower yourself and others through dialogue, education, and storytelling. Be a part of the growing network working towards equality and understanding.
Several individuals, collectives, and organisations have participated in our programming, saying how the Dialogue Fosters network helped all of them connect, learn, and make impacts within their community.
Sharing my story through Dialogue Foster helped me find confidence and community. I realised that my journey could inspire others to understand migration in a new way.
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We integrate community dialogue, storytelling and education through our comprehensive learning experience, exceeding the learning experience by providing learning that is more than theoretical – connecting learning to an audience, community, supporting engagement, and is more relational.
No prior experience is necessary. All our sessions are open sessions accessible to all, regardless of your background or profession.
Indeed, many of our programmes, including Migration Short Histories, are CPD-accredited and include certificates of participation.
Participants have ongoing access to course resources and materials for learning after the course session has taken place.
Yes, you may choose to join in-person workshops, or participate in person or online from anywhere in the world.
We accept secure online payments, as well as institutional booking via invoice for organisations and schools.
The Impact of Storytelling on Inclusive Communities In a world that too often feels bifurcated by culture, language,…
Empowering understanding through storytelling, education, and inclusion.