“StoryCorps has brought One Small Step to Wichita as a test to see if courageous conversations can address cultural divisions. The ‘One Small Step’ model is a good place to start if you want a safe place to hold these conversations.”

-Damon Young, Wichita One Small Step Participant (The Wichita Eagle)

Wichita is one of three communities across the country to be chosen to lead this initiative—join us as we show the country what it means to have the courage to listen.

StoryCorps welcomes Wichitans to apply to be matched with fellow residents from across the political divide for conversations about their lives–not to debate politics. The conversation invites two people who don’t know each other—and may not think they have anything in common—to take a moment to discover their shared humanity.

Apply to be Matched in Wichita

Most of our interviews use StoryCorps’ virtual recording tools to facilitate conversations between strangers. Our priority is to match you with another member of your local community, but due to demand and availability, you may be matched with someone in a different city or region. 

Want to learn more about One Small Step and how you can help dial down the polarization in your community? Join our email list.

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Support for One Small Step

One Small Step is made possible by the generous support of The Hearthland Foundation, the Fetzer Institute, the Walmart Foundation, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and Stand Together Trust.