Neofacts offers Participatory video research services as technique used in development projects involving members of a community in the process of making their own film. This method considers different aspects of their lives and livelihoods and explores various approaches to bring about the changes they desire. It is an inclusive way to bring people together to discuss issues and express concerns. Participatory video is particularly useful in engaging and mobilizing marginalized communities, enabling them to share their knowledge and learning experiences and helping them to implement sustainable development based on their own needs.
At the end of the participatory video workshop, a film is produced that features images, sounds, places, activities, and people that are significant to the participants. The film showcases local solutions to local problems in a manner that allows the community to exert influence. Sharing this film with others in the community promotes awareness of the challenges faced by the community and supports the creation of a support network for empowerment and action.
NEOFACTS, provide support to researchers by creating custom photo slideshows that visually communicate research findings or illustrate key points. We also provide assistance in creating photo slideshows that provide context or background information on a research topic, engage audiences, or create a narrative around a research topic. In addition to creating photo slideshows, NEOFACTS also provide other related services such as image sourcing and selection, photo editing, and formatting the slideshow for use in various presentation formats, such as PowerPoint or Google Slides.
Video-based fieldwork involves using video cameras to capture naturally occurring data in real-world settings. This type of data collection can be particularly valuable for social sciences research because it allows researchers to observe and analyze behaviours and interactions in their natural context, rather than relying on self-report or other types of data collection that may be more artificial or prone to biases. Video-based data collection can include studies of classroom interactions, family dynamics, and workplace behaviour. In these studies, researchers use video cameras to record and later analyze social interactions and behaviours.
Ethnographic film is a type of documentary film that is created as part of the research process in ethnography, which is the study of human cultures and societies. Ethnographic films aim to capture the lived experiences of people in their natural settings, including their customs, traditions, and daily activities. Ethnographic films can be used to study a wide range of cultures and societies. They have been used to document traditional practices in indigenous communities, to study the impact of globalisation on local cultures, and to explore the experiences of marginalized communities.
One of the key benefits of ethnographic films is that they provide a visual representation of the culture being studied, which can be more powerful than written descriptions. This can help researchers to engage with the community being studied, and to communicate their findings to a wider audience, including policymakers and the general public.
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