Kiran Singh Sirah to speak at Rural Assembly Everywhere

Kiran Singh Sirah, president of the International Storytelling Center, will deliver a keynote address at Rural Assembly Everywhere this April. 

Throughout his career, Sirah has developed a number of award-winning arts, cultural and human rights programs in cultural centers across the UK and Ireland.

Sirah leads the Jonesborough, Tenn.-based International Storytelling Center, which is dedicated to enriching lives and building a better world through the power of storytelling. 

Sirah believes that storytelling not only has the power to enrich lives, but it also holds the key to building a conflict free society.

Registration for Rural Assembly Everywhere: The Road to Repair April 20 and 21 is now open. 

Be among the first to secure your FREE spot at this two-day event, which will feature keynote speakers and conversations, breakout sessions, and happy hours to connect you to leaders, allies, and emerging voices across rural America.  

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