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What does it mean?
Animation reveals that shared human experiences are stronger than the differences between people.
In plain terms
Our common bonds are greater than what separates us, especially through stories.
What can you take from it?
Stories can highlight our shared humanity over our divisions.

Where it applies

  • community building
  • conflict resolution
  • education

Putting it to work

  • storytelling
  • film
  • activism

Questions to consider

  • What divides you from others that could be bridged?
  • How do stories change your view of others?

Another view

It may oversimplify the real weight of political or cultural divides.

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