Fostering a Guided Autobiography Community

Write Your Life Story - Two Pages at a Time

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Welcome to The Birren Center
for Autobiographical Studies

Our Mission

The Birren Center is dedicated to enriching lives through the art of life story writing and sharing. We believe in the transformative power of life stories to connect generations and build community, bridge diversity, and make us whole - one story at a time.

In the words of Brian Doyle, Stories change lives; stories save lives. ... They crack open hearts, they open minds.

Our Vision

We envision a world where people connect across generations and divides, expand their respect, empathy, and wisdom, and create legacies for families and communities.

Our Values

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  • Authenticity

  • Community

  • Connection

  • Creativity

  • Diversity

  • Equity

  • Inclusion

  • Personal Development

  • Empathy

  • Person-Centered Knowledge

  • Service

  • Story Writing and Sharing.

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The Birren Center for Autobiographical Studies is now a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Click the link below to donate to support our efforts to change the world and make connections one story at a time.

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