PhotoVoices
Through our PhotoVoices program, we connect young people in Atlantic Canada with young people from our partner communities to share their stories, build skills, learn from their shared experiences, and explore the global issues that bring us all together.
Stories are powerful: they weave people and experiences together and shape how we see the world. Knowing the impact and value of connection and storytelling, ACIC’s PhotoVoices Program aims to empower youth to share the narratives they want to tell through photos.
Our PhotoVoices program aims to explore shared global issues through the lens of equality, equity, and justice. Our cohorts focus on gender equality or racial justice, touching on the intersections that those perspectives bring to our dialogue.
Join as a participant:
Application deadline: January 31, 2027
The program will run for 6 weeks from February 7 to March 14, 2027 on Sunday mornings
To apply for this program, participants should:
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Be between the ages of 17-29
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Be living in Atlantic Canada
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Identify as a woman/girl, Two-Spirit, non-binary, or gender-neutral
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Be available for approximately 2 hours/week over the course of 6 weeks between February and March 2027, for virtual sessions and program work such as creative work (photography, graphic design, creative writing), connecting with group members, and reflecting on the program process
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Show interest in learning from others and sharing aspects of their own lived experiences, communities, and analysis with youth from other regions of Atlantic Canada and other countries
Important details:
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All activities will take place online
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Must have access to a stable internet connection and laptop or desktop computer or tablet. If stable internet access or equipment access could be a challenge but you are interested in applying, please mention this in the application form below.
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The program will run for 6 weeks from February 7 - March 14, 2027 (Sunday mornings)
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Upon completion of the program youth will receive a certificate of completion and a $150 honorarium for the time and commitment.
For more information contact Jackie at 902.431.2311 or jackie@acic-caci.org
Our 2027 PhotoVoices Gender inequality is deeply rooted in our society. Women and girls worldwide are under-represented in leadership positions, refused access to education, economic empowerment, and essential health services, and are targeted victims of violence and discrimination. While all women face inequality, the consequences can be harsher for those coping with intersectional factors.
Not all women share the same experiences, therefore strategies for change must also consider the effects of race, class, age, sexuality, ability, and nationality. Solutions to address these issues must be led by self-determining people in collaboration with their Communities and Nations. Given this reality, the 2027 PhotoVoice program will focus on youth who identify as girl/women and/or Two Spirit.
Why get involved:
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Share, network, and collaborate with like-minded young people living in Atlantic Canada and in our partner communities
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Develop skills in photography, communication, social justice action, storytelling, and more!
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Opportunity to learn how to address community needs, concerns, planning, and other lived realities
More information about the program:
To achieve program goals, the PhotoVoices Program uses Participatory Action Research and the process of photovoice as a visually effective and transforming process, which helps to communicate diverse understandings and needs.
It is most useful in:
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Empowering marginalized and underserved individuals & communities
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Connecting disparate community voices
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Raising awareness & action on community issues
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Evaluating collaborative initiatives
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Reaching and motivating decision makers
McRuer, J (July 2020). Photovoice: A Basic Guide to Support Participatory Action Processes for Transformative Community Building
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Join as a partner:
Application deadline: December 7, 2027
The program will run for 6 weeks from February 7 to March 14, 2027 on Sunday mornings
Partner Qualifications:
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Partner must be located in an Official Development Assistance (ODA) country
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Must be a registered charity, non-governmental, non-profit, or civil society organization
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Must have been established in 2017 or earlier
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Must work directly with youth ages 17-29
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Youth must have English proficiency (at a minimum)
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Must have the organizational capacity to support the program
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Must have a strong commitment to supporting and strengthening gender equality through their programs
ACIC members and partners will be given priority.
Note: This application is for the international partner to complete, NOT for youth. Youth do not need to be selected in advance of submitting the application.
For more information contact Jackie at 902.431.2311 or jackie@acic-caci.org.
ACIC is currently seeking an international partner/s for its PhotoVoices Program. The program will include youth 17-29 years from Atlantic Canada and youth from the partner organization/s country.
Program expenses are fully supported by the Atlantic Council for International Cooperation. This includes staffing, venue rental, communications support, catering, and transportation.
Role of the Partner Organization:
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Select 10 youth for the program
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Liaise with ACIC to make decisions on program implementation
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Provide support to youth participants in all aspects of program to ensure a positive experience and completion
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Administer program funds in accordance with ACIC funding requirements
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Complete mid-project and final reports (narrative and financial)
Program timeline:
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International partner selection: Mid-December, 2026
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Youth recruitment: December to March 2026/27
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Program start date: February 7, 2027
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6 youth sessions will be held weekly from February 7 to March 21, 2027, on Sunday mornings (Atlantic Canada time)
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Program end date: Late March 2027
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Final report (narrative and financial): March 31, 2027
McRuer, J (July 2020). Photovoice: A Basic Guide to Support Participatory Action Processes for Transformative Community Building
Click Here to Apply
Past PhotoVoice Galleries
I AM FROM (2026)
Our I AM FROM PhotoVoices book compiled the stories from the past 7 years of our PhotoVoices program. By bringing together the stories from across our partners in Africa, South America, and the Caribbean, we hope to highlight the common perspectives between young people in Atlantic Canada and around the world.
Written and produced in partnership with Carmahn McCalla and Tedi Buffett.
Dream Africa (2025)
Our Dream Africa cohort brought together young people from Ghana and Atlantic Canada to reflect on the experiences of Black and African diaspora youth—amplifying voices that challenge inequality and celebrate resilience, creativity, and connection.
In partnership with Connecting To Africa and Algo Peers.
PhotoVoices (2024)
Twenty-two youth from Atlantic Canada and Cameroon unite to share the lived realities in their communities.
In partnership with ACIC and Local Youth Corner Cameroon.
PhotoVoices (2023)
Explore experiences, perspectives, and communities near and far. A cross-continental collaboration between 30 young women from Atlantic Canada, Malawi, and Nigeria.
In partnership with ACIC, GENET (Malawi), and Mcrissar Foundation (Nigeria).
PhotoVoices (2022)
Youth from Atlantic Canada, The Gambia, and Nigeria unite to share the lived realities in their communities
A collaboration between youth recruited by ACIC, Connecting the Dots Foundation (Nigeria), Nova Scotia Gambia Association (The Gambia).
Atlantic Youth Weavers (AYW) Photovoice Project
The AYW Photovoice Project was a joint initiative by Inspiring Communities , WeavEast , and the Atlantic Council for International Cooperation. Financial support was additionally provided by The McConnell Foundation and Global Affairs Canada .