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Every migrant family authors history's untold chapters.

Build your family story in 8 simple steps

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1. Find a Person to Interview

Choose a family member whose story you’d like to preserve. Ensure they’re comfortable being interviewed and recorded.

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2. Master Recording Equipment

Learn how to use your recording equipment to the best of your ability so that you get the best interview possible.

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3. Locate a Quiet Location

Find a peaceful, distraction-free environment to conduct the interview, ensuring the best possible recording quality.

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4. Prepare Questions

Draft thoughtful questions that will encourage your family member to share meaningful stories and experiences.

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5. Conduct the Interview

>Record the interview, creating a comfortable and open atmosphere for your family member to share their story.

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6. Upload Interview Video

>Upload the recorded interview to our platform, along with keywords and a short summary of the content.

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7. Review Interview Transcript

After interview is transcribed by ai(sonix.ai) review the transcript for accuracy.

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8. Share Your Story

Choose to share your story publicly or keep it private, ensuring your family's history is preserved for future generations.

Choose your starting point, or download our guide below

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Interview a Family Member

Choose a family member whose story you would like to know more about, obtain their consent, and record your interview on either your smartphone, using Zoom, or other platforms. Afterwards, review the interview, provide us with keywords and a short summary, and correct the AI-generated transcription as needed.

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Record Your Own Story

You can also record your own story. After recording, provide us with keywords and a short summary, and review the AI-generated transcription for accuracy.

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Upload Photos or Documents

If you have important photos or documents that can enhance your family story, upload them for future generations to cherish. Just go to Get Started and follow what to do from there!

Watch: How to Preserve Your Family Story