Conversation with Amina Mohamed, Cameras for Girls - empower girls in Uganda
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Conversation with Amina Mohamed, Cameras for Girls - empower girls in Uganda
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Photography as a Pathway: Amina Mohamed’s Mission for Economic Empowerment for girls and women in Uganda and beyond In this episode of YouMeWe Amplified Podcast, host Suzanne F. Stevens welcomes...
show moreIn this episode of YouMeWe Amplified Podcast, host Suzanne F. Stevens welcomes Amina Mohamed, the founder of Cameras For Girls, a social enterprise aimed at empowering women and girls in Uganda and beyond through photography. Amina shares her journey from moving to Canada as a refugee to founding her organization that teaches photography, journalism, and business skills to women and girls. The initiative aims to provide economic empowerment, challenge social norms, and advocate for gender equality. Amina discusses the catalyst for Cameras For Girls, the success stories, and the challenges faced in funding and implementing the program. The conversation also touches upon the significance of ethical photography, informed consent, and the impact of uplifting women through education and skills training.
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00:00 Welcome to YouMeWe Amplified Podcast: Empowering Women Through Photography, 01:01 Introducing Amina Mohamed and Cameras For Girls
03:21 Amina's Journey: From Canada to Empowering Ugandan Girls
05:09 The Catalyst for Change and the Vision of Cameras For Girls
07:15 The Impact of Cameras For Girls: Empowerment Beyond Photography
08:51 Challenging Gender Norms and Celebrating International Women's Day
14:30 The Power of Education and Overcoming Barriers
22:07 Internships, Opportunities, and the Importance of Paid Work
27:38 Building a Sustainable Future and Expanding Impact
29:20 Exploring the Source of Cameras and Fundraising Efforts
30:39 Innovative Fundraising: The Chocolate Fundraiser Story
31:25 Empowering Girls Through Mentorship and Paying It Forward
33:16 Choosing the Right Camera for Empowerment
35:38 The Importance of Ethical Photography and Informed Consent
45:29 Personal Insights and Rapid Fire Questions
49:51 Final Thoughts on Social Impact and Contribution
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Author | Ossa Collective |
Organization | Ossa |
Website | podcast.youmewe.ca |
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