2026 PhotoVoices Call For Participants

Program Description:

Stories are powerful: they weave people and experiences together and shape how we see the world. Knowing the impact and value of a well-told story, ACIC’s PhotoVoices Program empowers youth to share the narratives they want to tell through photos.

Through the program, Atlantic Canadian youth and youth from the Global South use photos to share their stories, build skills, explore various topics related to social justice, learn from experts in the field, and so much more.

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 2025 PhotoVoice program will focus on youth who identify as girl/women and/or Two Spirit.

Why get involved:
- Share, network, and collaborate with like-minded youth living in Atlantic Canada and the Global South
- Develop skills in photography, communication, social justice action, storytelling, and more!
- Opportunity to learn how to address community needs, concerns, planning, and other lived realities
To apply for this program, participants will:
- Be between the ages of 17-29
- Be living in Atlantic Canada
- Identify as girl/woman and/or Two Spirit identified
- Be available for approximately 2 hours/week over the course of 6 weeks between January 2026 and February 2026, for Zoom sessions and program work such as taking photos, connecting with group members, and reflecting on the program process
- 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:
- All activities will take place online
- 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.
- The program will run for 6 weeks from January 18 and February 22, 2026 (Sunday mornings)
- 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

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:
- Empowering marginalized and underserved individuals & communities
- Connecting disparate community voices
- Raising awareness & action on community issues
- Evaluating collaborative initiatives
- 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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Demographic information is collected by ACIC to ensure we deliver programs that accurately reflect the needs of the communities we work with. In addition, it allows us to build and adapt our programs and approaches to create programming that contributes to more just, equitable and sustainable communities. Completing these questions is optional.

First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples of Turtle Island, are from communities that were the original inhabitants on the land now called Canada. *2SLGBTQ+ people.

2SLGBTQ+ is an acronym used to refer to people, as a group, who identify as Two Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer. The plus sign acknowledges the many sexual and gender minority people who don't see themselves in the umbrella acronym and prefer other identity terms such as Pansexual, Gender-Free, or Intersex.

Persons with disabilities include those who experience economic or educational disadvantage due to attitudes and barriers related to long term or episodic conditions, chronic illnesses, or physical, sensory, mental/emotional health, psychiatric or learning disabilities. It should be noted that the social model of disability recognizes that disability is not created by any medical or physical condition, but rather by societal barriers.
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How did you hear about this program?
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This program will involve working with other youth, exploring potentially difficult and thought-provoking topics. What would you hope to add to these discussion?
What (if any) experience do you have taking photos? This can include anything from social media engagement for fun, to paid photography work.
Tell us something about yourself that would make you a valuable member of the PhotoVoice group (could be a special skill, talent, passion, characteristic, etc.).
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