Amava Oluntu

We build partnerships and networks of knowledge holders, experts, mentors and teachers. Together with these networks, we create context specific learning experiences that offer practical skills and knowledge to equip participants with the ability to create solutions to the growing challenges faced by individuals, communities and the natural environment. We mentor and support champions who emerge from these learning experiences in their endeavours to create change, and link them to networks that can further their learning in displayed fields of interest. These champions act as agents of change within their communities.

We use Participatory Video (PV) as one of our main methodologies. The PV approach is focused on supporting a community driven response to effect the social change they aspire to. Community participants rapidly learn how to use Information Communication Technology and film-making equipment through collaborative games and group exercises, this enables participation by anyone regardless of their literacy level, physical ability or age. The usage of media and video kits also equips them with media literacy, and enables them to tell their own stories, the way that they want them to be told.

How long has your Organisation been operational? 

2 years

Is your Organisation a registered entity? If so, please list your registration details below for eg: NPO Number, PBO Number, NPC Number etc

NPC No: 2011/108066/08

Do you have a Wish List? If so, please post it below:

• Video cameras
• Still cameras
• iPads / tablets
• Mics, and sound recording gear
• Laptops
• Hard drives
• Video editing software
• Office software

Where can we find your Organisation online? Please list links to your Website and Social Media Platforms here:

https://www.amava.org/

https://www.facebook.com/amavaoluntu/

Which Cause achievement are you most proud of? Feel free to elaborate on why and include any links:

Equipping people with skills to feel empowered to create the change they seek