Every Sailor has a story…we dare you to tell yours.
The “Tell us your Story” initative focuses on the day and the life of sailor’s everywhere and we invite you to participate.
All stories submitted to the “Tell Us Your Story,” podcast include men and women who have proudly served in the U.S. Navy an opportunity to share their stories to help educate the public about the importance of a strong U.S. Navy.
Two ways to participate:
- DiY and on your own: by creating your 5 to 10 minute video. We’ll provide you with server access to upload the video
- Interview: Contact us and we’ll arrange to connect up by Zoom or Skype
For the DIY, follow the steps below:
Step one: Record your video by introducing yourself on your favorite video platform like YouTube for example.
Step two: Send us the link or embedded code using the contact us form below.
Step three: Subscribe to our blog and news feed and be sure to add this category to the newsletter.
Step four: We’ll notify you when we select yours.
Step five: Prepare to impress your freinds and family.
Why this Matters
Personal stories matter because they help people connect with others on an emotional level. Personal stories allow people to relate to each other and understand different perspectives, experiences, and struggles. Sharing personal stories can also help to break down stereotypes and reduce prejudices.
The Americans for a Stronger Navy “Tell us your story” initiative is a campaign that encourages people to share their personal stories related to the importance of a strong Navy. The initiative aims to highlight the importance of the Navy to the security and well-being of the country and to raise awareness about the challenges faced by those who serve in the Navy.
Key takeaways from this initiative include:
- Personal stories can be a powerful tool for raising awareness and advocating for a cause.
- Sharing personal stories can help people understand the importance of the Navy and the sacrifices made by those who serve.
- Additionally, the initiative shows that personal stories can be used in a variety of contexts, from advocacy campaigns to personal relationships, to build connections and understanding.
- Those that serve or have served can provide a unique and powerful perspective.
- This series aims to educate, inspire and motivate the next generation of Sailors to participate.
All stories submitted to the “Tell Us Your Story,” podcast include men and women who currently or have proudly served in the U.S. Navy an opportunity to share their stories to help educate the public about the importance of a strong U.S. Navy.
Additional info:
Whenever and wherever possible, we aim to podcast, live and when we can we will have a conversation about your experiences, challenges, and successes within the Navy. Your insights and personal story would be an incredible addition to our audience and would inspire and motivate.
The interview will be conducted virtually and will be approximately 10-15 minutes long. We can schedule the interview at a time that is convenient for you. Please let us know if this is something you would be interested in and if so, what dates and times work for you.
We look forward to hearing from you. Please use the contact us form by clicking here.
The “Tell Us Your Story” initiative will feature a weekly conversation podcast with participating guests from the convenience of their home or office.
Talking points might include:
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- What inspired you to become a sailor and serve in the Navy?
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- What years did you serve and where?
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- What have you been up to lately?
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- What were some of the best memories from their experiences in the Navy?
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- What recommendations they might have for the next generation of sailors