Photography is one of those creative media that has often captured people's issues and taken them to a broader audience. Many photographers have used their skill and their interest to bring to light the issues of marginalized groups. For instance, the struggle of victims of the Bhopal gas tragedy has been imprinted on the minds of many due to the dedication and commitment of several photographers. This initiative hopes to infuse in photography enthusiasts / journalists / professional photographers, perspectives that enable the use of photography for child rights.
Why form a CRY Photographers' Collective?
* To create a pool of photography enthusiasts who will use photography for Child Rights
* To nurture and encourage initiatives by a cross section of people to campaign for Child Rights through the medium of photography
* To document Child Rights issues in any one area or on any one issue
* To create photo essays and photo documentaries to mobilize people for Child Rights
What will the CRY Photographers' Collective do?
* Participate in a workshop on Child Rights and Photography conducted by a Resource Person sourced by CRY
* Work with a collective of like-minded photography enthusiasts
* Document any one child rights issue along with the group
* Participate in online sharings of photographs and feedback
* Innovate ways to broadbase the initiative and work with each other to ensure this is a sustainable programme
What you, as a participant in the CRY Photographers' Collective may expect:
* Resource persons who are professional photographers, who will anchor and mentor the group
* At least one workshop on how one can use photography for Child Rights
* An online forum will be established to share photos, critiques, comments, issue updates and shooting experiences, which will facilitate communication among different groups formed by Resource Persons
* Selected photographs will be used in CRY communication material. If photo essays/ features emerge, plans for dissemination will be evolved by CRY to maximize impact
For more details and to download application form for participation, visit http://www.cry.org/general/PhotographyforChildRights.html
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