we are a Media ,Arts and culture Refugee Led organization, We use the power of media and Arts to adress different social issues affecting our community.
Commissioner for Refugee Affairs has put it well.
Refugee Led organizations(RLOs) deserve to be fully engaged in projects implementation to refugee communities.
Thanks to the Government of Kenya for Acknowledging RLOs legitimacy.
#nothingforuswithoutus
Photofilm For Change held a public screening of its research-based documentary film "Distant Dream" , a short documentary exploring refugees’ access to higher education in Kenya.
The film can be accessed through this link: https://t.co/ImiAPKRf7M
AU-EU Youth Lab
#AUEUYouthLab
Most Humanitarian organizations still rely on “incentive labor” that refugees often find unfair, @inkomokoKenya is setting a new standard promoting fair, equal employment for both refugees and Nationals.
👏 Their approach dignifies refugee work and fosters true inclusion.
Yet, only 7% of refugees worldwide have access to higher education. 🚫
Barriers such as lack of documentation and limited access to quality schooling in refugee camps prevent many talented students from reaching their full potential and succeeding in national exams.
🎙️Listen
What are refugees opinions about incentive labor?
Listen to Richard Ntirampeba, a Refugee who has been working as an incentive worker with different humanitarian organizations.
You can watch the full documentary film here: https://t.co/c7LIrZCWTP
#EqualPay4EqualWork@ilo
Accessing higher education has been one of pressing issues affecting refugee youths, With the current data showing that around 7% only of refugees can access higher education worldwide.
Listen to Hope Maombi as she shares challenges faced and what she thinks might be done.
What Do People Say About Incentive Labor?
Incentive labor is an informal practice used by humanitarian organizations operating in refugee settings to engage refugees in their field operations.
You can watch the full documentary here:
https://t.co/mZ9R72vWRr
We are excited to complete successfully our 5-day visual storytelling for advocacy workshop which is part of “Inclusive higher education” on refugee youths’ access to higher education, a collaborative project with @She tells Greece supported by @AUEUYouthLab#Aueuyouthlab
Photofilm For Change successfully launched its new documentary film, "Shadow Services". about incentive labor, an informal way of employing refugees.
A huge thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to this event
watch the documentary here: https://t.co/mPifeGxmcw
Join us for the powerful launch of “Shadow services” - a gripping documentary by Photofilm for Change about incentive Labor, a form of employment used by different agencies to engage Refugees in their field work.
Watch the trailer here: https://t.co/miWm0OqYYV
@IRC@PamojaTrust
Join us for the powerful launch of “Shadow services” - a gripping documentary by Photofilm for Change about incentive Labor, a form of employment used by different agencies to engage Refugees in their field work.
Watch the trailer here: https://t.co/miWm0OqYYV
@IRC@PamojaTrust
Storytelling and Advocacy!
Join us for the powerful launch of “Shadow services” - a gripping documentary about incentive Labor, a form of employment used by different agencies to engage Refugees in their field work.
Watch the trailer here: https://t.co/miWm0OqYYV
Cooperation Beyond Borders🌍!
We are excited to Announce our new partnership with @Shetells Greece as part of The @AUEUYouthLab initiative.
We are working on a Collaborative project about Refugees access to higher education both in Kenya and Greece.
#AUEUYouthLab
We are pleased to welcome these amazing guests at our Center.
We had a fruitful discussion with Students from Rutgers University about our work around Arts and visual storytelling, we are happy to hear their interests about our work and Looking forward to possible future collabo
Photofilm For change uses Films produced by the organization as medium to engage different stakeholders into discussion around issues affecting refugees to advocate for positive change.
We Thank every one who showed up during our previous Film screening.
Representing @RefugeesSeat at the @IGADHealthS Regional Refugee Engagement Forum Orientation and Learning Workshop, This is indeed the time to prioritize meaningful refugee participation for the effectiveness of refugee responses, we must move from rhetoric to action.
Kenya reaffirms commitment to refugee inclusion! CS @kipmurkomen calls for sustainable funding to implement refugee programs and #ShirikaPlan for refugees and host communities. @burugu_j @
Kakuma Refugees have been demonstrating over water shortage, food reduction among other poor services delivery. They are Also against Shirika plan/Social economic integration which majority of refugees don't have enough information about.
#Nothing For us without us
📢 Support Kakuma's Refugee Filmmakers
Photofilm for Change is a refugee-led organization based in Kakuma refugee camp, dedicated to addressing social issues through film. Their mission includes producing impactful films and providing a platform for other refugee artists to workshop and showcase their work.
After successfully creating their first film, The Bridge, in collaboration with academic partners, they are now nearing completion of their second film on “incentive labor,” which highlights the unique challenges refugees face regarding work restrictions. However, they urgently need funding for essential film equipment and laptops to finalize this project.
Check out their GoFundMe campaign and support their important work: https://t.co/LbrwYjc5GE
We extend our gratitude to The Government of Kenya for launching the #SHIRIKAPlan and acknowledging Refugees ability to contribute to the country's economic growth. This initiative offers refugees opportunity to contribute to national development through Talents & education.
Join us tonight for a crucial discussion on "The cost of Hosting Refugees”. CRA @DRSKenya will be on @KBCChannel1 9 PM. Tune in to learn the challenges and opportunities in refugee protection; GOK Strategies on refugees social-economic inclusion, empowerment & Integration