If the internet has taught us one thing, it’s that everyone has a story – and we love to share them. But storytelling has always been a big part of society and relationships. First Nations people use stories that date back tens of thousands of years to pass history and culture from one generation to the next.

At ReachOut, we use stories to talk about real issues and real lives. (Make sure you check out the stories of Jordan and David).

We believe in giving young people a place to share their stories, which can help bring people together. There’s lots of positives to sharing your story and, depending on what you’re cool with, many different ways to do it.

Why your story matters
Ever listened to someone talk about their life and thought ‘Oh, someone else has been through that, too? I thought it was just me!’ Finding similarities with other people helps us live happy and healthy lives. Your life may feel ordinary to you, but it might seem extraordinary to someone else. Every story shared is a chance to make someone feel less alone.

Here, Bianca talks about values she hopes to role model for young women across Australia.

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