Background and objectives

The United Nations Development Programme – UNDP and the Government of Canada are working to advance the economic empowerment of women in Lebanon. In recognition of the significant hurdles and obstacles that women encounter in the economic sphere, a comprehensive initiative has been put in place to promote women's economic participation across the country, in collaboration with a number of local partners.

Aligned with the initiative's overarching mission of fostering sustainable and long-term progress towards women's economic empowerment, ADVOCACY THROUGH VIDEO A Competition inspired by WOMEN’s RIGHTS has been launched. This competition, implemented in partnership with Family Rights Forum, is aimed at cultivating a supportive environment for women's economic participation and is open to men and women who are currently enrolled in or have graduated from media, audio-visual, and communication arts programs.

The competition features a one-week training program that provides participants with essential skills and knowledge related to women's economic empowerment. The training will conclude with the production of video content that seeks to increase public awareness regarding the issues faced by women in the economic sphere, including discrimination, abuse, and different forms of gender-based violence (GBV).

By leveraging the talents and creativity of young and aspiring media professionals, this initiative seeks to amplify the voices of women and raise awareness around the challenges they face in pursuing economic opportunities. Through the power of digital media, the competition aims to create a ripple effect that fosters positive change and contributes to the elimination of gender-based discrimination in Lebanon.

The participants will work closely with the trainers to create 30 secs - to 1-minute advocacy videos.

A closing event will follow the camp, including screening the competing advocacy films, jury deliberation, and announcement of the winners.

Five winners will be awarded an in-kind grant of USD 3,000 each. 

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Eligible Applicants

• Age range (18 to 30)

• Media, Audio Visual and/or Communication Arts students or graduates
• Will to partake and commit to the full programme requirements, including a one-week sleepover at the camp training site
• Basic video production and video editing skills
• Neutrality and integrity.

Additional selection criteria

• Portfolio: Applicants must provide a portfolio of their work to demonstrate their skills and creativity in producing audio-visual content  Additional selection criteria
• Skillset: Applicants should possess basic skills in story development, writing, videography, and editing. This includes knowledge of camera operations, lighting, sound recording, and post-production techniques
• Experience: While professional working experience is not mandatory, applicants with prior professional experience in producing audio-visual content or working in a related field will be an added value
• Cultural Sensitivity: Applicants should have an appreciation for cultural differences and be able to work in a multicultural environment. 

Important Dates

* March 24 Application submission deadline

* March 27-April 1 (tentative dates) the camp will take place during a period of one week