ABSTRACT
Storytelling and counter storytelling are grounded in critical race theory (CRT) and “seen as race centered to reveal the lived experiences of racial minorities in efforts to provide accounts of their ‘truth’” (Carter & Prewitt, 2014, p. 223). Storytelling provides a space to share and make meaning of racial minorities’ unique, intersectional experiences. According to empowerment theory, restrictions in human health are the result of institutional and structural oppressions (East & Roll, 2015). Critical theory and feminist approaches provide a qualitative approach whereby participants can share a counter narrative to the dominant discourse that serves to further oppress their lives. With this approach, women of color’s experiences are provided a unique platform to process and share. While a form of resistance and empowerment, providing participants a space to ‘tell their stories’ is often challenging as the researcher must navigate ethical issues as boundaries, counter transference, as well as logistical issues emerge on how to balance all voices particularly when done in a group format.
