MFDI
Media for Development International
Social Media Stories that help us understand community health
Information alone rarely changes how people see complex social and health issues. Stories can make those issues personal, give people language for difficult conversations and connect public understanding to practical responses.
Narrative Ground embraces social media to share human stories, frontline insight, and community solutions that deepen public understanding of the forces shaping our health and wellbeing. Community health is shaped by much more than medical care. Our stories explore the relationships, systems, environments and opportunities that help people and communities thrive.
Partner with us
Narrative Ground works with community organizations, public agencies, healthcare systems, foundations, educators, researchers, and individuals to create stories that deepen public understanding of community health.
Together, we identify the questions communities are asking, the experiences that are being overlooked, and the programs or solutions that deserve greater public attention. From there, we develop human-centered media designed not only to inform, but to spark meaningful conversation, reduce stigma, and connect audiences with practical ways to engage.
Share a story
Help us identify people, experiences, and community work that deserve greater visibility.
We welcome introductions to:
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People with lived experience who want to share their perspectives
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Frontline workers and community leaders
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Programs responding to complex health and social challenges
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Stories that reveal overlooked causes, barriers, or possibilities
We approach every story with care, informed consent, and respect for the dignity and agency of the people involved.