Fostering a Guided Autobiography Community
Write Your Life Story - Two Pages at a Time
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.
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Diversity
Equity
Inclusion
Personal Development
Empathy
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