by Gemma Gatticchi | Jul 31, 2026 | Education, Storytelling
Some problems are far more difficult to solve than others. Development experts call these “wicked” problems: challenges that are so tangled up in incomplete, contradictory and constantly changing conditions, that a single fix rarely holds. South Africa has...
by Gemma Gatticchi | Jul 2, 2026 | Climate change, Education, Storytelling, Sustainability
At Beam, we aspire to communicate important information in a way that evokes emotions and changes decisions and actions for the better. This month we share an example of just how powerful creative storytelling can be. With this in mind, we have started our own journey...
by Beam | Jun 24, 2025 | Storytelling, Education, Uncategorized
From comprehensive programmes to TED Talks and research papers, the area of Early Childhood Development (ECD) is well-covered. But one of the most powerful ways parents and caregivers can support a child’s development is also one of the simplest: read them a story....
by Beam | Jun 10, 2025 | Storytelling, Education, Uncategorized
Scientific writing isn’t exactly known for being captivating and emotional. Words like impersonal, dry and dense seem more fitting. But does it have to be this way? This week we’re looking at how storytelling can breathe life into the world of science communication,...
