Research Showcase 2025: Panel Discussion - "Expanding Research Impact Through Digital Storytelling: Three Examples of Engagement and Knowledge Mobilization"

About the Event

Digital Storytelling (DST) is an innovative qualitative research method that combines personal narratives, multimedia, and technology to amplify participants' lived experiences. It utilizes digital tools such as images, photography, videos, and music to tell participants’ stories, creating an engaging and impactful format. DST has a profound effect on both participants, their audiences and key stakeholders by fostering understanding through personalized storytelling.

Drs. Costa, Kortes-Miller, and Sprakes will discuss their various research approaches to DST and highlight its transformative impact on participants, communities and systems. The presentation will feature digital stories created by participants, sharing their personal experiences with medical assistance in dying, opioid overdoses, or trauma-informed wound care.

The Speakers

Dr. Idevania Costa, School of Nursing

Dr. Katherine Kortes-Miller, School of Social Work

Dr. Abigale Sprakes, School of Social Work