Haas Institute: Shifting the Narrative

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What it Takes to Reframe the Debate for Social Justice in the US

What is ‘narrative’ and why does it matter? The Hass Institute offers a timeless overview of what narrative is, how it works, why it matters, and how we can — and must — tap into this strategy to drive public support, activism, and sustainability of changes in policy and practice.

 

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