Mumbai welcomes Storybeings Festival
Hosted at St. Pauls institute of communication
Mumbai, Maharashtra
The StoryBeings Festival in Mumbai transformed everyday narratives into powerful digital stories, amplifying voices often unheard and celebrating resilience, identity, and personal triumph. This festival created a rare space for attendees to pause, reflect, and reconnect, challenging stereotypes and fostering empathy across diverse communities.
On February 9, 2024, the StoryBeings Festival brought Mumbai’s community together in a celebration of resilience and connection. Hosted at St. Paul’s Institute of Communication Education, the event welcomed stories from marginalised voices—young girls, women, queer, trans, and non-binary individuals—who inspired us to see the world through their eyes.
More than just an event, StoryBeings Mumbai became a movement, using authentic stories as counter-narratives to mainstream portrayals and leaving attendees with new perspectives and a deeper sense of connection.
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participants shared powerful stories, sharing voices of diverse communities of individuals through the transformative lens of the StoryBeings Festival.
Festival Keywords
love and acceptance, diversity, empowerment, connections, counter-narratives, solidarity, community
Heartfelt Connection
From films to sound art and visual displays, attendees experienced powerful, first-person narratives that explored identity, resilience, and community.
Meaningful Conversations
Through a rich panel discussion on ‘Storytelling as Resistance’, audiences connected with storytellers and each other, sparking conversations that went beyond the event.
Creative CelebrationMumbai’s local artists used digital tools to bring their unique experiences to life, celebrating creativity and cultural pride.
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