Storytelling Workshop: Mentorship Cycle

Luis Crespo is a Chicago artist and musician, reflecting on his experiences as a teaching artist for more than 15 years. He discusses the impact of mentorship in his life and the lessons he learned from the young people he has worked with. Crespo acknowledges the role of mentorship in shaping his journey, and explores his transition into a supervisory role, contemplating whether he has been a good mentor for others.

This segment was produced by Luis Crespo for Vocalo’s Fall 2023 Storytelling Workshop. Vocalo’s quarterly Storytelling Workshop took place this fall with five segments produced by community storytellers, uplifting the voices of individuals who add to the rich cultural diversity of Chicago. It was edited by Ari Mejia. More information can be found at www.vocalo.org/storytelling-workshop.