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title: Can I Write About Someone Else’s Experience?
description: "### **Can I Write About Someone Else's Experience?** Yes, but with care, respect, and honesty. Many of the most powerful stories are told **by witnesses, loved ones, or those left behind.** You might be sharing a parent’s journey, honoring a…"
url: "https://storiesweremember.org/docs/can-i-write-about-someone-elses-experience/"
updated: "2025-07-05"
category: Telling Your Story
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# Can I Write About Someone Else’s Experience?

### **Can I Write About Someone Else's Experience?**

Yes, but with care, respect, and honesty.

Many of the most powerful stories are told **by witnesses, loved ones, or those left behind.** You might be sharing a parent’s journey, honoring a friend’s sacrifice, or preserving the memory of someone who never got to tell their own story.

If you write about someone else, ask yourself:

- **Do I have their permission?** If they’re still alive, it’s best to talk to them first.
- **Am I telling it to honor them, not speak for them?** Let their voice shine through when possible.
- **Am I being truthful and fair?** Your perspective matters, but it should never distort theirs.

We welcome stories told **as a spouse, child, friend, or witness.** Just let us know your connection, there’s even a field in the form to describe your role. The dropdown menu under Voice has selections like Beloved, Son or Daughter, Spouse, A Friend, etc.

Every voice counts.
Sometimes, **your voice may be the only one left to tell what really happened.**