Using Cameras to Create Global Impact with Amina Mohamed

In this inspiring episode of Agents of Nonprofit, I speak with Amina Mohamed, founder of Cameras For Girls, about her transformative work empowering women in East Africa through photography and ethical storytelling. Drawing from her personal journey as a Ugandan refugee turned filmmaker, Amina shares how a single trip back to Uganda led to a grassroots movement that equips women with the skills, tools, and confidence to become storytellers, journalists, and agents of change. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in gender equity, storytelling ethics, and sustainable nonprofit impact.

Topics We Cover:

• How Amina’s background in storytelling and refugee experience led to founding Cameras For Girls
• The ripple effect of teaching photography as a path to employment and self-expression
• Partnering with journalism schools in Africa to close the practical training gap for women
• Why ethical storytelling is a radical act in nonprofit and development sectors
• The harm of traditional NGO language and why terms like “empower” can be problematic
• Real-world examples of participatory photography that honour consent and agency
• How equipment—from point-and-shoot to mirrorless cameras—can transform access
• Why changing the lens means changing the power dynamic in storytelling

To Learn More and Connect with Amina:
Cameras For Girls Website
Cameras For Girls LinkedIn
Cameras For Girls on Instagram

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