degree of anonymity I require (e.g. I am comfortable with social media but please don’t use
my full name or tag me [amend as you prefer]). Please do not introduce me as ‘a stateless
person’.
7. Introduction
Prior to the event, please share the text that will be used to introduce me to the audience.
8. ‘Telling a story’
I am not able to share personal stories of my life at each event. I will choose to share details
of my life if I feel comfortable, but otherwise will speak from my expertise about this issue
and its impact on individuals/my community more broadly.
9. Format
If an interview format is suggested, please send me the questions prior to the event.
Questions should always be developed in consultation with the interviewee, and it should
not be expected that I will talk about my personal experience.
10. Media work
If you’re getting in touch about a written output (e.g., article, interview, story), please send
me a concept statement for consideration. If I agree to a written output, please note I will
need to receive the draft output a minimum of 2 days prior to the publication deadline to
ensure I have capacity to review it and provide feedback.
11. After Event
Prior to release of any video footage, media or communications about me and the event,
please share this media with me requesting my consent for dissemination.
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