When Lacey Horta and Jenni Haggie of the Canadian Cancer Society joined us, the conversation transformed into an immersive exploration of digital storytelling's role in humanizing healthcare. Our guests, with their rich backgrounds in community management, social work, and cancer strategy, shared how stories can turn the most corporate of meetings into a space filled with compassion and understanding.

The emotional resonance of sharing one's journey with cancer is undeniable—whether it's through the eyes of someone like Janice, who found strength in her childhood memories during treatment, or the participants who find solace in expressing their choices and affirming their community. These workshops aren't merely about storytelling; they're about creating a space for empathy, connection, and mutual support.

We wrapped up our conversation on a note of reflection and anticipation. Hearing stories of resilience and support, such as the poignant exchange between individuals at different stages of their cancer journeys, underscores the importance of shared experiences. For those inspired to craft their own digital story, Lacey and Jenni provided insights into getting involved with the Canadian Cancer Society's storytelling initiatives—a call to action for anyone seeking comfort or wishing to offer it through their own narrative.

Other Links Mentioned

• Cancer Connection Online Community 
• Palliative Care Video 
• Janice’s Story - Our Strength. My Choice 
• Dianne’s Story - Dauntless 
• Lacey’s Story - Live. Love. Lake. 
• Jenni’s Story The Goodbye 

About Our Guests

Jenni Haggie is a Senior Specialist of Strategic Development and Level 2 Digital Storytelling Facilitator with the Canadian Cancer Society. She is passionate about how digital stories can help people from underserved communities tell their stories, in their own words, to inspire change.

Lacey Horta is a Social Service Worker, Online Community Manager, and Level 2 Digital Storytelling Facilitator with the Canadian Cancer Society. Lacey’s digital storytelling experience includes working with people with cancer, advanced illness, and people experiencing grief. 

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