Uncovering Voices: The Oral History Project
What is the Oral History Project?
This project explores how sharing stories might help people feel more connected to their community and support their overall well-being.
Our team will be setting up booths where residents have the opportunity to share and reflect on personal and community stories.
We’re inviting community members to share their stories and talk about their experiences living in their neighborhoods. The storytelling conversation takes about 10–15 minutes and gives people the opportunity to reflect on and preserve their experiences in their own words. Every participant will also receive a copy of their oral history to keep! Folks who choose to participate in the research portion will complete a few short surveys before and after sharing their story (plus a brief 1 -month follow-up survey) and can receive up to $30 in cash for their time.
A Community Collaboration
The Oral History Project is a collaboration between the GARD Lab, the Greater Brookland Integrational Village (GBIV), Humanities DC, and the local Advisory Neighborhood Comission (ANC). Together, we’ve created the project to give residents a welcoming space to share personal and community stories while exploring how storytelling may help neighbors feel connected.
This project is a continuiation of the our neighborhood our stories project. You can view the project here:
Project Partners
info@brooklandvillage.org
The GARD Lab
ANC Commissioner Ra Amin (SMD 5B04)
5B04@anc.dc.gov
Humanities DC
How the Oral History Project Works
1
Connect
We connect with residents interested in sharing their stories. add link to sign up
2
Interview
Residents can share stories about their neighborhood, and pick from a list of interview questions.
3
Preserve
Residents may donate oral histories to GBIV in efforts to preserve Ward 4 and 5 history.
Why Your Story Matters
Every story adds another piece to our understanding of how communities grow, change, and support one another. By sharing your experience, you help create a richer picture of community life and ensure that important voices are heard.
Build Community
Sharing stories can strengthen connection and understanding.
Preserve History
Help document community experiences and memories.
Support Research
By taking part, you’re helping us learn more about what helps neighbors feel connected, supported, and part of their community. We hope to learn more about how we can build on the things residents are already doing to strengthen those connections.
Join the Journey
Learn more about the Oral History Project and share our flyer with friends, family, and community organizations.
Sign Up to Share Your Story
We’d love to hear your story! If you’re interested in participating in the Oral History Project, complete our short interest form. A member of the GARD Lab will reach out with more information.