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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 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.
We pride ourselves on the difference we are making.
At Cameras For Girls, we are committed to unlocking the potential of young women across Africa, beginning with job creation. We recognize that gender inequality is deeply rooted, and to address this, we focus on strengthening women from within. Our ethos centers on fostering a belief in their intrinsic value and capabilities.
Through a community-driven approach, we embrace the philosophy of "walking with" rather than "doing for," involving local leaders in crafting grassroots solutions to gender-based barriers. We understand that poverty and gender inequality are complex issues, requiring a comprehensive approach that goes beyond providing cameras. Our work aims to foster a holistic transformation in perspectives.
In keeping with our commitment to local impact, we prioritize hiring primarily from the communities we serve. This approach ensures a deep understanding of the challenges at hand and guarantees that our interventions are tailored to each community's specific needs.
Board Members
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Debbie Singh
Board Chair, Cameras For Girls
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Cristina Sacco
Board Member
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Kelsie McKay
Board Member/Treasurer
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Kemi Saliu
Board Member
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Salim Fakirani
Board Member
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Adrian Wilczek
Board Member
Annual Reports
Our Annual Reports outline the impact we have made in Africa.
Please download the report you wish to read below.
2024 Annual Report
Some of the highlights include our Train the Trainer program, our graduates success, and our expansion of our Online Learning Hub to more women across Africa.
Read the report by clicking on the link below!
2023 Impact Report
Some of the highlights include our expansion into Tanzania in November 2023 and the 4th workshop we held in Uganda.
We are also happy to share that our online training platform is reaching more girls and women across the continent.
Past Annual Reports
2022 Impact Report
Some of the highlights include our long-awaited return to Uganda last June to run our workshop for 15 young women, and our incredible fundraising efforts. We are also celebrating the success of our students, which continues to amaze.
2021 Impact Report
Some of our highlights this year include receiving charitable status in Canada, helped two more students gain full-time employment in journalism, and building an online learning platform to help deliver valuable training and education to our students.
Our Policies
Our Gender Policy
At Cameras For Girls, our Gender Policy is at the heart of our commitment to fostering equity and inclusivity.
While we advocate for equal opportunities for individuals of all genders globally, our special focus lies in addressing the unique challenges faced by women in the male-dominated media industry across Africa.
We recognize and actively work towards dismantling gender biases prevalent in this space, striving to create a more level playing field for women pursuing careers in media.
Our dedication to enhancing options for women in Africa reflects our belief in empowering individuals, irrespective of gender, and building a more diverse and representative media landscape.
Gift Policy (Canada)
Our Canadian Gift Policy at Cameras For Girls embraces a variety of contributions to support our mission.
We welcome individual donations, in-kind camera donations, support through donor-assisted funds (DAF), corporate donations, and sponsorship.
Donors can conveniently make contributions through the various channels available on our website's donation page.
As a token of our gratitude, all donations made within Canada are eligible for a tax receipt, reflecting the redemption value of the contribution.
Gift Policy (International)
Our International Gift Policy at Cameras For Girls extends our appreciation for the support from a global community.
We gladly accept individual donations, in-kind camera contributions, and corporate sponsorship or donations to further our mission internationally.
However, it's important to note that as of now, we are not registered as a charity outside Canada. Consequently, we regret that we are unable to provide tax receipts for international donations.
Nevertheless, we remain deeply grateful for the generosity of our international supporters, and their contributions play a pivotal role in empowering our young women across Africa.