Cameras For Girls started as a dream in August of 2017.
In August of 2018, it became a reality.
Our Mission
We equip young African women with a camera, combined with photography and ethical storytelling skills to break gender barriers and build careers in male-dominated media spaces.
Our Vision
We envision creating a future where 30,000 women across 7 African countries use photography and ethical storytelling to challenge gender inequality by 2030.
Why We Give Our Students Cameras to Keep?
We give our students cameras to keep, providing them with a head start on their professional journey.
From financial barriers to gender and cultural biases, many girls cannot afford a camera, a tool often seen as a barrier in the male-dominated media space. By providing cameras, we break down these obstacles, enabling girls to pursue their dreams without limitations.
Help fuel our mission by donating your unused but working electronics! From cameras to computers and smartphones, your equipment supports our training programs and promotes environmental sustainability. Items are resold, with proceeds benefiting our initiatives.
Why We’re Called “Cameras For Girls”
At Cameras For Girls, we serve young women aged 18-29. While the term "girls" may seem unconventional in North America for this age group, it holds deep cultural significance in Africa, where "girl child" encompasses both girls and women. We chose the name "Cameras For Girls" to respect the cultural context of the women we work with and remain aligned with our mission of supporting young women in Africa, while positively impacting the communities we serve.
Cameras For Girls, established in August 2018 and officially recognized as a charity in Canada in September 2021, is dedicated to advancing the role of women in journalism and photography across Africa. We focus on helping women become influential storytellers and visual communicators, promoting inclusivity and diversity in the media landscape.
Cameras For Girls students work with Ugandan NGO, Concern For The Girl Child in June 2023.
Our Values
Ethical Storytelling – We uphold integrity, dignity, and authenticity in the stories we tell.
Storytelling as a Tool for Change – We provide women with the skills to share their own narratives.
Gender Equity in Media – We break barriers and create career opportunities for women in media.
Breaking the Cycle of Poverty – We equip women with skills to achieve financial independence.
Building Skills & Leadership – We train, mentor, and support women to lead in media.
Help us make an impact by donating to support our work!
Cameras for Girls is committed to these United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Why Your Donation Matters
Many young women graduating from journalism programs in Africa lack the practical skills and equipment to secure paid work. Cameras For Girls bridges this gap by providing aspiring female journalists with their own cameras, hands-on training, and ongoing support.
Your donation helps young women succeed professionally, achieve financial independence, and bring vibrant new voices to Africa’s media.