Photovoice With Youth
In this photovoice project, six young Bedouin women took photos that challenge stereotypes of Bedouin women as passive recipients of cultural heritage, instead, appearing as active agents shaping their own narratives. Their efforts represent not only a personal journey, but also, a social commentary on the roles and expectations of Bedouin women in a changing world.
Nagham received a grant from Ettijahat – Independent Culture to lead her first independent photovoice project, focusing on the cultural identity of young Bedouin women in Lebanon. This project has been deeply personal, shaped by her close collaboration with six young women who shared powerful stories about belonging, gender roles, identity and everyday resilience.
While interning with Photovoice Worldwide, Sanem facilitated a photovoice project with a young cancer patient in Turkey. This collaboration inspired her to share his story. We recently sat down with Sanem to talk about her vision and hopes for the book.
PVWW educator Erica Belli had the privilege of using arts-based methods with child refugees traveling the perilous Balkan Route. She came away humbled by their openness, trust, creativity, and resilience.
Using examples from her vast experience, photographer, filmmaker, and participatory visual media practitioner Ingrid Guyon prioritizes placing participants and their community at the centre of the photovoice process.
As we gather insights from diverse voices and experiences, we reaffirm our commitment to amplifying marginalized narratives and advocating for social change, while inspiring others to recognize the power of their stories and encouraging them to use their voices as instruments of empowerment.
In Canada, a team of 27 youth with lived experience use photovoice to reflect on their COVID-19 vaccine experiences, while fostering and building their skills as photographers.
Exploiting a variety of media platforms allows photovoice messaging to reach a broader audience.
Being a first-generation college student comes with many unique challenges. Twelve first-gens at UNC Charlotte participated in a photovoice project in which they shared both their struggles and coping strategies as they sought to strike a school/life balance.