The 2020 Lockdown Stories Project

Share your story and be part of a larger educational project I am running partnering with Skype In The Classroom to document lockdown experiences as we live life in this unique time together and work our way through as best we can.

Ten percent of any proceeds raised from selling the book will go to support NHS Charities Together.

Hi! I would love to talk to you about your lockdown experiences…

• Have you made changes in your life as a result?

• Have you Pivoted your work?

• Have you started home schooling

• What new unexpected things did you learn?

• How do you see your life differently as a result?

I’m gathering experiences together- the extraordinary, the everyday and the in-between. We have shared a unique time in history together and I am lovingly documenting our experiences for future generations. The plan is to self-publish some of these stories as a book, alongside my own story.

How do I participate?

Simply fill out the form- click through below and I’ll be in touch. I will then set up a time for us to talk.

FAQs

Why should I do it?

Help mark this unique time in history!

I will be taking learnings and tips and sharing overall insights with students via Skype In The Classroom– a project I helped set up for Microsoft Education. You can of course choose to do it anonymously, but I’d also love to be able to record and share a few stories via Zoom as well- simply let me know your preference in the form. I will also give the opportunity to join me for an Instagram live if you’re open to sharing your story and connecting with the larger community.

How does it work?

Simply complete the form below and answer a few questions – I will review and be in touch. Depending on how popular this gets, I may not be able to speak to everyone, but I’m going to try to! I will set up a time for us to meet on Zoom for about an hour whereby I’ll ask you a series of questions (you will be sent some in advance to read through).

Is my story interesting enough?

I want to hear from people from all backgrounds, you may not think what you have been through is interesting, but we all have a unique story to share, and a unique take on life. I hope to capture a variety of different stories, approaches and emotions on this journey.

Why are you doing this?

I am fascinated by how historic events impact us both individually and as a collective. I believe through telling our stories and reading others, we can learn and grow, and build greater connection at a time when so many of us are feeling fed up with isolation and worry. I personally believe this time is a great opportunity for us to reflect and question how we can best move forwards. I also believe documenting experience during this unique time in history is something we can do for future generations.

On a personal note, I also love writing, and I love stories, so this is bringing together my passions- I’ve done a lot of soul searching myself over lockdown and realised the work I was doing (marketing consulting) wasn’t fulfilling me, and what I really yearned to do was write… so here I go!

Can I share this with friends / family who I think have a good story?

YES! Please do share!

Other questions?

You can always contact me about this project at lockdown@lauren-jane.com