mental health
Sometimes we see sweeping changes in policy and legislation emerging from the voice of the people, but equally as valid are the small steps and changes which occur for participants.
Social worker and PhD candidate Julissa Torres-Adames believes that, “With proper support, photovoice can...help clients work through past traumas and narrative therapy approaches.” PVWW interviewed Julissa about a project she co-facilitated with persons accessing services for mental health and substance use issues.
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.