The I Believe in Love Project is a movement of young adults working to rewrite the story
of love in America. Using the power of storytelling, creative expression, and social media,
iBiL writers and story editors are setting out to make lasting love, marriage, and stable
family life possible for themselves, their children, and their peers. More information about
our project can be found here.
We’re currently looking for individuals who would like to be story editors.
Here’s what it takes to be a story editor:
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A desire to help the marriage culture in America.
An openness to share your story of family, love, and commitment on the website
and in conversation.
A willingness to accompany a young adult through a journey of learning more
about love.
Story editors for iBiL will be trained in their local area regarding how to:
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Reach young adults on the margins who are looking for a better way to do love and
relationships.
Create a culture of mercy in conversations and relationships.
Write and edit stories for www.ibelieveinlove.com.
Accepted applicants will make an 18-month commitment to the iBiL program. The
time commitment will be:
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2 meetings a month with a writer, with each meeting lasting about 2-3 hours.
A few hours of online work.
Story editors and writers are given modest stipends for their participation at iBiL
(between $35-$50 per article they write or edit) Story editors will also be given on-going
support from the iBiL national and regional teams.
Applications are now being accepted! Please submit completed application to Meg
McDonnell, Director of iBiL at [email protected].
The I Believe in Love Project is a program of the Chiaroscuro Institute, a 501c3 public
charity. Learn more at http://www.chiaroscuroinstitute.org
I Believe in Love Project
Story Editor Application
2016
First Name:_________________________________ Last Name:__________________________________
Home Address:______________________________________________________________________________
Email Address:______________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:______________________ Occupation (if applicable):__________________________
Marital Status:_______________________
Please answer the following prompts. Each answer should be 500-800 words.
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Our core principles are here. We ask all story editors to sincerely believe of each
these points. Please identify one or two principles which are especially meaningful
to you and your story; tell us why. If you do not agree with one or more of these,
please explain why.
Explain why you would like to accompany a young adult on a journey to find a
better way for love and relationships.
The I Believe in Love Project is a program of the Chiaroscuro Institute, a 501c3 public
charity. Learn more at http://www.chiaroscuroinstitute.org