Nairobi — Nairobi is gearing up for the 5th edition of the annual Moth event, an event that focuses on storytelling.
The Moth, a non-profit organisation that has focused on the art and craft of storytelling since its inception in 1997, offers individuals a global stage to tell their stories.
Four years ago, the Moth found its home in Kenya, bringing with it a yearly session with quarterly storytelling workshops for gender equality and world health advocates that have indelibly marked the local landscape.
Its storytelling gatherings have organically evolved into a melting pot, uniting individuals from diverse backgrounds.
This year's event will be on November 4th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the LRC Auditorium of the Catholic University of Eastern Africa.
It will be hosted by the Kenyan media visionary, equality activist, and Moth alumna, Adelle Onyango.
Sharing the stage with her will be five varied and accomplished activists, all graduates of The Moth, ready to weave stories that revolve around the theme, "Power and Possibility #DopeEra."
Stories from the evening will be recorded for future episodes of The Moth Radio Hour and The Moth Podcast.
The Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness, expresses her enthusiasm about The Moth's journey in Kenya: "The community of storytellers in Kenya is vibrant and thriving, and we are elated to host The Moth's fifth event here to elevate stories that will continue to inspire conversation."
"Personal stories are powerful and the stories in Kenya are nothing short of extraordinary. We eagerly anticipate continuing our mission of amplifying voices and forging connections through these deeply personal narratives," she added.
Director Chloe Salmon said, "It's remarkable to witness how The Moth has become a driving force in Kenya's storytelling arena. The warmth and diversity of the stories we've encountered have enriched lives in unimaginable ways. As we celebrate our fifth event, we are reminded of the remarkable journey we've embarked upon with storytellers and audiences alike."
