In front of a live audience, voices come alive sharing journeys of courage, hope, and home. Each story builds understanding, breaks barriers, and reminds us that behind every reason lies a story and behind every story, a reason.
Our stories carry us across borders allowing us to travel the world through the voices of others. Each story connects us to new cultures, reshaping how we see ourselves and how we see one another.
Stories invite us to act, to break taboos, and the walls of ignorance begin to fall. Storytelling brings freedom. It narrows borders and opens hearts creating space for tolerance, acceptance, and unity. It is a bridge between past and present, a light guiding us toward wiser choices for the future.
We are here today. We are here now. We are here 2together.
My name is Linda, and I am the founder of We Are Here 2gether a storytelling platform born from my journey as a migrant and my passion for human connection. As a social worker, I have had the privilege of listening to countless stories from people around the world. These stories of hope, struggle, and belonging reminded me how deeply connected we all are, beyond borders and identities. Yet, I often felt frustrated that many of these voices were not being heard loudly enough.
The idea for We Are Here 2gether was inspired by two moments that changed how I see stories. The first came when a friend introduced me to a podcast where people shared their life experiences. The second, and most powerful, came while reading “Horton Hears a Who” by Dr. Seuss to my daughter, who was six at the time. The line, “A person’s a person, no matter how small, ” stayed with me. Horton’s fight to make the tiny voices of Who’s ville heard reflected what I felt deeply—that every voice matters, and no story is too small to be told.
Through We Are Here 2gether, I hope to create a space where people especially migrants and those from marginalized communities can share their stories in front of a live audience. A space where storytelling builds bridges, challenges stereotypes, and reminds us that migration does not define us; our dreams, talents, and humanity do.
Outside my work, I’m a proud mother of three. I love traveling, reading, meeting new people, and spending time outdoors walking in nature and watching the seasons change. My favorite season is winter; I love its cozy calm and the warmth it brings. I also enjoy running and weightlifting, which keep me grounded and strong, both in body and spirit.
