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Real change starts with real stories. Bring this experience to your organization.
Meet the man who started a movement
Robert Xavier-Fogarty is the founder of Dear World, a global storytelling practice that has helped more than one million people articulate what matters most to them.
Since 2010, Robert Xavier-Fogarty has invited people to share meaningful messages with them and the world. What began in New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina has grown into a global storytelling practice with more than one million participants worldwide.
Using photography, filmmaking, reflection, interviewing, and writing, Dear World helps people articulate their values and identify the stories that matter most to share with others.
1 Million+
Participants Worldwide
100,000+
Portraits Taken
Our core 3-part
theory of change
unlocks powerful connections
between individual stories and the story of your event.
This recipe can scale up or down with ease to match events of almost any shape and size.
Opening interactive keynote.
Portrait and Video Shoot
Storytelling Closing and Photo Reveal
Speaking &
Methodologies
Keynotes on leadership, culture, and change. Team and executive storytelling sessions. University and student leadership programs. Founder and C-suite intensives.
01
Make meaning
of change
02
Build trust
quickly
03
Communicate
with clarity
The Brain Tattoo Method™
Duration: 12-60 minutes
Participants distill what matters most into a single phrase and write it on their body as a temporary declaration. The simplicity invites clarity, sparks conversation, and creates lasting emotional impact.
The Portrait Process™
Duration: 12-60 minutes
Guided reflection paired with professional photography creates a moment of presence and witness. Participants shape a story, share it on their own terms, and are seen — not performed.
Loyl: Letter of Your Life
Duration: 45-60 minutes
A CEO or leader reading a short, personal letter on stage, connecting their life story to the organization’s values. Unpacking meaning and inviting the audience into the story.
See Which Experience Fits Your Team
From keynotes to deep-dive workshops, we'll customize the right path for your goals.
Happy Clients
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Testimonials
"WE BECAME SO MUCH CLOSER AS A GROUP"
Coach Mike Krzyzewski
Duke Men's Basketball
Book Your Experience
Ready to move your people forward? Let's talk about your next event.
Robert's
World
Behind the lens and on the stage. A collection of moments, interactions, and shared stories.
With Stuart Scott
A moment of courage and connection with the ESPN legend.
Robert with Syrian Refugee
Storytelling sessions that transcend the game.
The Prtrait
Ten student survivors participate in our newest storytelling method—the Prtrait Process
Joplin Survivor
Jopline Tornado Survivor
Coach K
Duke Basketball Coach
Opening Keynotes
Setting the stage for transformation.
Audrey, 17
Sandy Hook Shooting Survivor
South Sudan
World's New Country Series
Celese Corcoran
Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor
Ralph
Cancer Survivor
"Connecting Humanity Through Shared Stories"
Voice of the
Media
"Through the lens of humanity, documenting stories that change the culture."
CNN
"Fogarty allows us to see the person behind the profession."
MSNBC
"Capturing the resilience of survivors on a milestone anniversary."
USA Today
"Survivors of the Boston Marathon bombing send messages of hope in heart-wrenching photo series."
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to help you plan your next event.
How far in advance should we book?
Most clients book 3-9 months in advance. However, if you have a last-minute request, don't hesitate to reach out—we'll do our best to make it work if the calendar allows.
What setup do you need?
Typically, a high-quality audio system, a wireless lavalier microphone, and a large screen for some visual elements. For 'Dear World' interactive experiences, we provide a detailed technical rider once the booking is confirmed.
Do we get the photos after?
Yes! For Dear World experiences, every participant receives high-resolution digital files of their portraits. We also provide a highlights gallery for the event organizers.
Can this work virtually?
Absolutely. We have developed high-impact virtual versions of our storytelling workshops and keynotes that maintain the intimacy and depth of the in-person experience.
If your people are
navigating change,
this work helps them move forward.
Let’s talk about what your moment requires.