Our Narrative

New Report! Narrative Power: Accelerating Narrative Change from the Ground Up

Stories have the power to connect our communities across differences and stretch our imagination of what’s possible when we come together for racial justice and social change. Everyday MVP combines powerful organizing with powerful stories about our vision for our multiracial democracy to accelerate systemic change.

In 2023, MVP and Power California launched an initiative to build the narrative infrastructure our movements need to advance our vision for CA’s multiracial democracy. In this first-of-its-kind research led by powerbuilding practitioners, movement leaders share essential recommendations and priorities for boosting our ability to challenge dominant narratives that fuel inequality and advance new ones that center multiracial democracy, interdependence and fairness for all.

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“Just as power does not trickle down, narratives that advance freedom, justice, and inclusion rise from the ground up and from those whose lived experiences with oppression demand a new reality.”

— Narrative Power: Accelerating Narrative Change from the Ground Up

MVP NARRATIVE INFRASTRUCTURE FRAMEWORK

MVP has created its own narrative infrastructure framework — the components needed to sustain a longterm narrative strategy that inspires masses of Californians to embrace a government of care and inclusion, multiracial democracy and corporate accountability.

“At the frontlines in the fight for justice led by those directly impacted, powerbuilding and organizing groups are uniquely positioned to draw deeply from the expertise and innovations of their constituents, mobilize people around common ideas, and create strong alignment across organizations and movements. These are all essential ingredients for making our narratives widespread, durable, and powerful.”

— Narrative Power: Accelerating Narrative Change from the Ground Up

Make an Impact

Now is the time to take bold steps toward narrative power, and we invite you to join us in this crucial endeavor. Your support can make a significant impact on our ability to shape the narrative landscape, ensuring that California fulfills its promise as a thriving multiracial democracy. Consider making a contribution to transform the narrative.

To learn more about this work, contact us. 

  • “In order to fully realize the promise of our collective power and build the narrative strength we need to win and sustain our victories, we will require a robust infrastructure that can support long-term planning and sustained strategic alignment across issues, organizations, and networks.”

    — Narrative Power: Accelerating Narrative Change from the Ground Up