Overview
The potential of new information and communications technologies is acknowledged by all today. This book examines the importance of participatory video as a catalyst for development. It shows how powerful video images have been used to promote changes in attitudes and social behaviour, helping communities identify development solutions that are within their reach. Video has been used to reach policymakers, to empower women and to rescue the culture and heritage of indigenous people. As a mediation tool, the power of video has been used to resolve conflicts, achieve consensus and find common ground for collective action.
This book brings together practical information on innovative experiences with the use of participatory video. It contains a thoughtful analysis of some essential issues to be taken into account in planning and implementing video processes.
Synopsis
Fifteen contributions from White (emeritus, communication, Cornell U.) and other academics and practitioners discuss the ways in which participatory video is creating social change in developing countries. Early chapters focus on the participatory video process in general, while later ones share stories from specific projects. For example, one account describes how growing up around a camcorder affected the sense of self of Columbian children while another assesses the impact of the Arab Women Speak Out project. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR