My Journeys, 6th Annual Story Slam

Vietnamese Boat People proudly presents the 6th Annual Story Slam.
This year’s theme:
“My Journey”
Tell us about your stories of migration, identity, love, loss, healing, or discovery.

Storytellers of all backgrounds are invited to share their journeys!
Five Storytellers will be selected and awarded $200

Requirements

Guidelines for Submissions

• Theme: My Journey – whether about your own journey, your family’s, or those of your ancestors.
• Format: Spoken-word only. No reading from a script. We want to hear your story, live and direct.
• Length: 3 minutes max (about 400 words). Keep it tight, focused, and unforgettable.
• Style: True, personal stories told from the heart. We welcome every tone and style — heartwarming, humorous, dramatic, suspenseful, or anything in between.
• Age: Participants of all generations are welcome. Minimum age requirement: 18 years old.
• This Story Slam is part of Our Journeys, a month-long exhibition hosted at Think!Chinatown. We encourage you to visit the exhibition for inspiration and to explore the many ways our community tells its stories.

Application Instructions

Submissions Open: September 15-Oct 8, 2025
Notification of Selection: October 10, 2025
LIVE Story Slam Event: October 16, 6:30–8:00 PM Hosted by Think!Chinatown, 1 Pike Street, New York City

Submitted must be available to attend the LIVE event.