Meet the Facilitators
In addition to the research team, the digital storytelling workshops were facilitated by digital storytelling specialists affiliated with Common Language DST.
Lead Facilitator
Mike Lang
Dr. Mike Lang is a health researcher, award winning filmmaker, Digital Storytelling facilitator and adjunct assistant professor in the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Calgary, Canada. He has directed and produced three feature-length documentaries, two short documentaries, and three web series about the human health experience in addition to numerous health education curricula. Mike has also published 21 academic articles and facilitated the creation of over 900 digital stories (short-films) with a diverse cross-section of patients, family caregivers, and health care professionals around the world. His professional and research focus is on using digital storytelling and documentary filmmaking in education, advocacy, research, and a therapeutic capacity within healthcare and wellness contexts. Connect with him on all socials @mikelangstories or via www.mikelangstories.com or commonlanguagedst.org
Facilitator
Krystle Schofield
Krystle Schofield is a Common Language Level 2 Digital Storytelling Facilitator and Photographer. With a background in design and education, and lived experience as a rare disease parent, she works with organisations and individuals to elevate the human experience through photographic and digital storytelling. Krystle specialises in creating a supportive space for sharing diverse perspectives, prioritising ethics in storytelling, and helping people connect to their voice.
Facilitator
Maureen Leier
Common Language Digital Storytelling facilitator Maureen is based in West Vancouver, British Columbia. She is a Registered Nurse with over 30 years of experience and is passionate about the digital storytelling process.