I MAKE STORIES ACCESSIBLE
I’m Keidra Chaney—a writer, editor, publisher, and narrative strategist with more than 20 years of experience helping people shape stories that are honest, impactful, and theirs.
My work sits at the intersection of creativity, disability justice, and personal storytelling. I especially love working with disabled, chronically ill, and neurodivergent creatives, as well as anyone navigating identity shifts, life transitions, or the challenge of putting complex experiences into words.
As Program Director at Disability Culture Lab, I lead the Disability Rising Fellowship, supporting disabled leaders in sharing their expertise through media and public storytelling. Through my zinemaking with Wild Ramp Publishing and years as a writer and editor, I’ve helped people develop writing that connects personal experience with meaningful change.
My approach to writing practice and facilitation is collaborative, accessible, and rooted in curiosity rather than perfection, helping you build confidence in both your writing and your voice.
Connect with me:
Services
Helping you craft your story on your terms.
Narrative Strategy Consulting for Social Impact and Culture Organizations
I work with advocacy organizations to develop storytelling strategies that center community voices. Using DIY culture and first-person narratives, I help social impact orgs craft stories that resonate, inspire, and drive change.
Personal Story Coaching
I offer 1:1 and small group story coaching to help clients write about their creative identity, or career transitions. This work is particularly meaningful for older women and anyone stepping into their voice later in life.
Workshops
I design and license storytelling, fandom and accessibility workshops for libraries, universities, and cultural institutions, helping audiences engage creatively while developing their own narrative skills.
Speaking
I speak on topics including pop culture, fandom, accessibility, disability culture, and narrative strategy. My talks can be tailored for conferences, panels, or workshops.
FAQs
Who do you work with?
I work with women and femmes exploring identity and creative voice, late-diagnosed ADHD adults, and social impact and culture organizations looking to clarify and amplify their stories.
What kinds of services do you offer?
Personal Story Coaching (1:1 or group) to help you craft essays, memoir pieces, or other personal narratives.
Narrative Strategy Consulting for organizations to develop storytelling frameworks, zines, or content strategies.
Workshops on writing, zine-making, and narrative development.
What is your approach to coaching and consulting?
My approach is collaborative and flexible. I combine structured guidance with creative exploration to help you clarify your story, find your voice, and share it confidently—whether in print, online, or in-person presentations.
How long do sessions or projects usually last?
Coaching packages and consulting projects vary based on goals. One-on-one coaching can be as short as a single session or as long as several months. Organizational consulting is tailored to the project’s scope.
How much do your services cost?
Please contact me at consulting@keidradchaney.net for rates!
Do you help with publishing or distribution?
Yes! Through Wild Ramp Publishing, I can offer guidance on zine-making, small-press publishing, and strategies for getting your work in front of an audience.
How do I get started?
You can reach out via my email to schedule a consultation. We’ll talk through your goals, your story, and the best way to work together.
KEIDRA CHANEY 