The widespread social isolation and disconnection of our society is a pressing information issue because it results in radicalization, proneness to misinformation, and an erosion of connection to others. My objective was to study the foundational nature of story, explore its relationship to social development, empathy, and resilience, and give practical programming recommendations for creating a communal storytelling practice. I found that story is a form of resistance to oppressive systems, is a connective experience, and gives people a chance to see shared humanity. This project speaks on how we can leverage it to bring resilience to all communities.