Humans of the Northern Beaches is a storytelling initiative co-created by the We Belong intercultural community leaders to foster connection, celebrate diversity, and promote a sense of belonging in our community. Through the Living Library and We Belong Podcast, individuals from all walks of life are invited to share their personal journeys—without being confined to specific labels or categories. This initiative provides a platform for real, unfiltered stories that challenge assumptions and bring people together through shared experiences.

Living Library

The Living Library is a unique storytelling project where the 'books' are people with personal stories to share and 'readers' can 'borrow' these 'books' to have open and respectful conversations. Through this interaction, participants from all backgrounds can listen, learn and connect on a deeper level, building empathy and understanding within our community.

The Living Library was held over two dates:

• 16 March 2025, 12 to 1.30pm at Tramshed, Narrabeen
• 22 March 2025, 1.30 to 3.30pm at Mona Vale Library

We Belong podcast

Share your experiences of belonging on the Northern Beaches with us in a podcast which will be launched around April 2025.

The podcast is about sharing stories about belonging and breaking down barriers across people and cultures. You can share aspects of your life story. This includes sharing experiences with prejudice and stereotypes, based on racial or cultural background, religion, sexual orientation, appearance, disability or lifestyle. 

Recording for the podcast will be from February 2025 at a time and date convenient to you. It will take place at Forestville Library or at a convenient location to you. 

Who can participate?

We welcome individuals of all backgrounds and cultures to participate and share your story of belonging.
You can share about your life story, cultural experience or personal journey. You may talk about anything meaningful to you—traditions, struggles, achievements or even the everyday moments that shape who you are.

No experience is needed, just a story to tell and a desire to connect!

FAQs for the We Belong Podcast