PhotoStory is a non-profit organization offering projects that teach photography, video and writing skills to people around the globe, focusing on women and children. By conducting participatory educational workshops, often in marginalized communities, PhotoStory promotes literacy, encourages creative expression, and nurtures self-esteem and empowerment.

PhotoStory works with individuals, local and international groups, non-governmental organizations, schools, and community learning centers to arrange individualized workshops taught by Deirdre Portnoy, Project Director.

During a workshop, the children and/or women use simple cameras and journal writing to create their own photo storybook. We also share and discuss the photo stories from past projects. The PhotoStory process enables individuals to visualize and express different aspects of their daily lives, and helps communicate the collective experience of diverse groups and cultures.

In these challenging times, it is essential that we personalize our common human experience. The PhotoStory project contributes to multi-cultural exchange and dialogue by sharing these stories through international presentations, exhibits and the Internet.

Personal photo stories connect the global community and weave a vivid tapestry- image-by-image, story-by-story, community-by-community - that challenges stereotypes and deepens empathy and understanding.

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