Inspiring social change through storytelling.
Our Focus
At Dear Jude, we are dedicated to lessening the stigma surrounding social issues such as addiction, mental health, and inclusion. Using various mediums, we strive to cultivate empathy through authentic storytelling. By centering the voices of those with lived experience, we can empower individuals and create vital changes in our communities for generations to come.
Dear Jude is the culmination of a journey that began in 2011 when founder Ariel (Air) Britt took her first step towards recovery from substance use disorder. From the start, storytelling became Air’s guide to build community, navigate life's complexities, and help others find their way.
Twelve years later, Ariel welcomed her son, Jude. Which deepened her calling to merge the heart and mind to create a more empathic world.
“Ariel’s story of recovery opened my eyes to how vital personal testimonies and lived experiences are for political change, inspiring me to pursue a career in policy.”
Itzel Montoya, former student
