Call for Stories: Share Your Journey and Inspire Change

What Is the Call for Stories?

The Call for Stories is a special initiative by Wisconsin Family Ties to celebrate and highlight personal narratives that align with our mission and the values of the Children Come First Conference. We’re seeking compelling stories that reflect your experiences, challenges, and triumphs, and that resonate with our conference theme of community support, advocacy, and transformative change.

Who Can Submit

This Call for Stories is open exclusively to current and past clients of Wisconsin Family Ties. We are seeking personal narratives from those who have engaged with our services and programs. If you are a client who has experienced the impact of our work, we invite you to share your story. Your experiences are invaluable in showcasing the real-world effects of our initiatives and highlighting the transformative power of community support and advocacy.

Why Should You Share Your Story?

Sharing your story helps:

• Highlight the Impact: Your experiences illustrate the real-life impact of the work done by Wisconsin Family Ties and its importance.
• Connect with Others : Personal stories foster a deeper connection with the community and attendees at the 2024 Children Come First Conference.
• Inspire Change: Your journey can inspire others and promote the values of hope, support, and advocacy.

How to Submit?

Submitting your story is easy! Simply fill out our online form (internal note: link coming soon!) and share your narrative with us. The submission period is open until August 25th, 2024.

Summary of Submission Guidelines

• Eligibility: Only current Wisconsin Family Ties clients are eligible.
• Submission Deadline : Entries must be submitted by Friday, August 25th, 2024, 5:00 PM CST.Late submissions will not be considered.
• Story Content: Stories must reflect personal experiences and align with the mission of Wisconsin Family Ties. Original content only—plagiarism will result in disqualification.
• Format:Submissions can be written (Word/PDF) or audio/video (shareable link/file upload).
• Media Release: Include signed media release forms.
• Contact Information: Provide complete contact details (name, email, phone number).
• Supporting Materials: Include any additional materials that support your story.
• Confidentiality: Personal information will be handled with strict confidentiality.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all guidelines and terms.
• Judging Criteria:Submissions will be evaluated on relevance, emotional impact, and alignment with the mission of Wisconsin Family Ties. A fair and unbiased evaluation process will be used.

Submission Guidelines

For detailed submission guidelines, please refer to our Call for Stories Guidelines

Benefits to Winners

Four winners will be selected and each will receive:

• Conference Registration for Two: Complimentary registration for two people to attend the 2024 Children Come First Conference.
• Hotel Accommodations for Two Nights :Two nights' stay at the Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Wisconsin Dells.
• $250 Cash Prize: A monetary reward to support the winners' ongoing work or personal development.

Submit Your Story Today!

Don't miss this chance to be a part of something meaningful and impactful. We look forward to hearing your story and celebrating your contribution to our community.