“Despite the growing influence of visual media, many girls — especially at the grassroots — lack access to the skills, tools, and platforms needed to tell their own stories. This gap limits representation and silences important narratives from communities that need visibility the most.”
What We Aim to Achieve
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Equip young girls with foundational and intermediate photography and editing skills
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Promote ethical and responsible storytelling practices
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Amplify the voices and lived experiences of women and girls
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Challenge harmful stereotypes through authentic visual narratives
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Empower participants to use storytelling for community engagement and social change
Your Journey
Virtual and in-person photography training sessions
Hands-on practical outdoor workshops and field assignments
Sessions on ethical storytelling and narrative building
Mentorship from experienced visual storytellers
Photo review, editing, and feedback sessions
Final showcase of participants’ work
The Impact We're Building
25 trained young female visual storytellers
Creation of authentic, community-based visual stories
Increased confidence and creative expression among participants
Strengthened representation of marginalized voices
A growing network of young female creatives using storytelling for impact
“HerLens Cohort 1 contributes to advancing gender equality, inclusion, and representation, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals — particularly in education, gender equity, and reduced inequalities.”