By Lamin B Barra

The 2-day training on Visualizing the Crisis: Climate Action through the Lens concluded today at MAJaC, marking the end of an inspiring learning experience for 15 photographers, filmmakers, journalists, and digital influencers committed to telling climate stories in The Gambia.

presentation and structured critique session

Day two kicked off with a presentation and structured critique session, where participants showcased photographs captured during yesterday’s field trip to climate hotspots. The session allowed participants to receive professional feedback and reflect on how their images communicate climate realities and community experiences.

Lamin B. Barra presenting on Context, Captions, Democracy, Participation & Public Understanding

Lamin B. Barra further engaged participants on Context, Captions, Democracy, Participation & Public Understanding, highlighting the importance of providing context and accurate captions to ensure that visual stories inform the public responsibly and strengthen democratic conversations around environmental issues.

Bukunmi Oyewole on Building a Sustainable & Ethical Practice, presenting opportunities for photographers

The lead trainer, Nigerian photographer Bukunmi Oyewole delivered a session on Building a Sustainable & Ethical Practice, presenting opportunities for photographers and visual storytellers to secure grants, residencies, collaborations, and advocacy. The session encouraged participants to see climate storytelling not only as a creative practice but also as a pathway for professional growth and social impact.

roundtable discussion

The training culminated in a roundtable discussion, where participants and stakeholders such as the Gambia Environmental Alliance discussed how storytelling can help mitigate climate change by shaping public attitudes toward the environment and influencing policy decisions.

The workshop ended with the presentation of certificates to all participants, recognizing their commitment to using visual storytelling as a tool for climate awareness and action.

Sincerer gratitude to British High Commission in The Gambia, for funding this workshop and for partnering with MAJaC in this great initiative. At MAJaC, we remain committed to empowering storytellers who will continue to document, amplify, and inspire change.

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