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HYBRID: Renira Narrandes - Power of Storytelling
Whether you're a student, researcher, community partner, or staff member, this seminar will help you translate knowledge into meaningful stories.
Why Storytelling?
Storytelling is a powerful tool to:
- Communicate your research impact
- Engage diverse audiences
- Inspire action and connection
What You’ll Learn
- The neuroscience behind storytelling
- The 4 ingredients of a compelling story
- How to craft and deliver stories that resonate
- Live story analysis and group reflection
About the speaker
South African Canadian storyteller, spoken word poet, and knowledge translation expert. Founder of KT Storytelling, Renira has trained over 50 organizations globally and currently works at two large academic hospitals in Toronto. From classrooms to conference halls, podcasts to television screens, Renira has inspired diverse audiences with her powerful storytelling approach. Renira’s academic background spans three disciplines—Journalism (MA), Occupational Therapy (MSc), and Public Health (MPH)—equipping her with a unique lens for storytelling and knowledge translation.
Please register by 19 November 2025. We strongly encourage in-person attendance to benefit from the full experience.
To register, click BEGIN REGISTRATION below.
- Date:
- Wednesday, December 3, 2025
- Time:
- 12:00pm - 1:30pm
- Location:
- New Lecture Theatre (University Avenue - South), Upper Campus
- Campus:
- Upper Campus
- Presenter:
- Renira Narrandes, MA, MSc (OT), MPH
- Audience:
- All Postgraduate Students and Fellows
- Categories:
- Seminar
Event Organizer
Contact:
Room 2.04 Level 2 Otto Beit Building
University Avenue, Upper Campus
University of Cape Town
Rondebosch 7700
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