Healing through photography

The Lens on Life Project continues to empower youth through photography and digital literacy across our global programs. While our center in Yaoundé, Cameroon, continues to thrive as a vital hub for youth empowerment, we unfortunately had to make the difficult decision to pause our programming in Goma, DRC due to the escalating conflict in the Eastern Congo. This was a challenging decision, but the safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our top priority. We are pleased to share that we have opened a new program in Burundi, a neighboring country, allowing us to continue serving the region and providing a safe space for youth to learn and express themselves through photography and digital literacy.

In the Middle East, our work in the Arbat Refugee Camp in Iraq and the Za'atari Camp in Jordan remains critical. Despite ongoing challenges, our programs provide a safe space for young refugees to express themselves, reclaim their narratives, and build a sense of community. The students are actively engaged in impactful projects, using their newfound skills to address issues important to them and their communities. In The Bronx, New York City, we are empowering youth impacted by incarceration and systemic injustice. Our program is not only fostering creativity and skill development, but also opening doors to educational and career opportunities in the arts.

Thank you for your ongoing support, which enables us to continue transforming lives through the power of photography and storytelling.

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