TRAINING
PHOTO-JOURNALISM
This training is designed to empower Yazidi women and support human rights journalism in post-conflict contexts. The programs offers professional-level training in journalism, ethics, and storytelling, enabling participants to document their own experiences and advocate for their communities.
​This training is designed by Aide Humanitaire et Journalisme.
Completed in 2018.
What you will learn
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Professional journalism principles, ethics, and techniques
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Storytelling and media production to document personal and community narratives
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Methods to engage audiences and foster dialogue
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Tools to advocate for women’s rights, equality, and civic participation.
Requirements
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Be a young Yazidi women with interest in journalism and storytelling
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Motivation to engage in media-based advocacy and community empowerment
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Have a good command of Arabic with strong writing abilities
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Be available to attend all scheduled sessions
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Commit to applying the skills learned in your professional or community activities.
Format
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6 months of training
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Training onsite
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Includes mentorship, training, and practical media production
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Each participant will produce one portefolio
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Training free of charge
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Travel and accommodation expenses will be covered.
SUPPORT AND BENEFITS
By the end of the training, you will have developed portfolios documenting personal and community stories, the tools to increase your impact, and actively contribute to building a more just and inclusive society.
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You will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the training.
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You will also be integrated into the Voix des Femmes Sans Frontieres VFSF - Women Voices Without Borders network, connecting over 350 women journalists, activists, and experts across 11 MENA countries.
PRESENTATION OF THE TRAINER
Shayda Hessami is a French-Kurdish journalist and trainer, and the founder of Aide Humanitaire et Journalisme. She has over 15 years of experience in media development, humanitarian action, and gender advocacy across the MENA region. She has worked extensively designing and leading training programmes focused on communication for development, digital storytelling, and women’s empowerment.
As the initiator of the Voix des Femmes Sans Frontières VFSF initiative, Shayda combines field expertise with a strong commitment to inclusive education and professional integration. Her trainings empower young women to develop their voice, skills, and confidence as communicators and change-makers.
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