The Story Cube is a tool you can use to start inclusive innovation conversations and facilitate co-creation sessions:
It can help you:
engage diverse groups and foster a collaborative environment
gather information about participants’ – essential for designing inclusive and innovative solutions to their problems
The cube has 6 sides, each with a different conversation starter. People roll the dice, then start chatting about whatever the dice tells them to!
1. Self portrait
Draw a self-portrait. This encourages people to express themselves creatively.
2. Skills
Circle the tools you are familiar with, from a choice including things like hammers, sewing machines and computers. This helps understand people’s existing skill sets.
3. Daily life
Draw a typical day in your life. This gives insights into their daily routines and the challenges they face.
4. Environment
List details about your surroundings and community.
5. Aspirations
Share your dreams and aspirations. Helps understand people’s goals and motivations.
6. Challenges and barriers
List the challenges and barriers you face. Helps co-create solutions that are relevant and impactful.