Share a
Family Story
How to Get Started
You don’t need professional equipment.
You don’t need a perfect plan.
You just need a moment, a voice, and care.
Tips for
Submitting Stories
How Are You Recording?
There’s no right way to begin.
With someone else — record a parent, elder, or family member as they share their story.
On your own — record your own memory, reflection, or family history.
Before You Record
Quiet. Human. Simple.
Choose a comfortable place.
Sit where you can see each other.
Take a moment to settle in.
During the Conversation
Listening over directing.
Let them speak in their own time.
Don’t rush or interrupt.
Listen more than you prompt
Recording Tips
Keep it simple.
Your phone is enough.
Clear audio matters most.
Hold the phone close.
Worry about visuals later
Light & Space
No perfection required.
Face a window if possible.
Natural light is best.
Good enough is enough
Questions to Ask
Start simple. Follow memory where it goes.
Where were you born?
What do you remember about home?
When did you leave, and why?
Who raised you?
What do you want younger generations to know?
What to Notice
These details matter more than perfection.
Places and dates.
Family names and relationships.
Community roles and traditions.
Language, sayings, humor.
Everyday memories.
Meaningful objects: recipes, letters, photos, clothing.
