Learning together: Participatory methodologies for an integrated approach to HIVand AIDS in rural KZN.

Organisation

University of KwaZulu Natal

Project Focus

To study the ways in which visual arts methodologies might contribute to a 'way forward' both in terms of facilitating participatory processes but also as a intervention in and of its self in terms of empowering teachers and health workers in addressing HIV/AIDS. To date we have used photo voice techniques but we are also in the process of piloting work on video documentary involving youth and teachers.

Background

Target Groups/Participants

Project Activities

Photo voice Visual methodology

Outcomes

Individual Impacts: Family Group Impacts: Community Impacts: We have arrived at a more nuanced understanding of how teachers and community health care workers see each other and see the issues that they must address.Other Impacts: We have seen how visual methodologies, which typically are seen to empower young people are even more vital for adults who have often lost hope. Lessons Learned: Problems Encountered: Beneficiary Comments: Stakeholder Comments:

Evaluation

Donors

National Research Foundation University of KwaZulu Natal Social Science and Humanities Research Council Canada

Project Cost

R500,000

Project Start Date

1 January 2004

Project End Date

30 December 2006

Creative Exchange Projects

HIV/AIDS: The Creative Challenge

Subjects

Creative Activities

Photography

International Region

Africa

UK Region

Date Entered

15 November 2004