Revamping Visual Communication Trends in the Aid Sector
A seven-day workshop on the use of visual communication tools was organized for humanitarian and development workers at a training centre in Pakistan’s hill-station, Murree, this July. Twenty-two participants representing a mix of local non-governmental organizations and internationals ones took part in this residual training which focused on building their visual communication skills. Through this engaging training, participants enhanced their capacities required to translate development and humanitarian related messages used for various purposes, such as educational, behavior change or advocacy and campaigning into visual language. Hands-on techniques on when, how and innovatively to use them were taught and practised.
Participants Experience:
A Third Eye“I came here to acquire new skills. Being a part of this training has given me the ability to now translate what I see and how I feel into visual imagery. I feel that the camera is my third eye now.”
Sarfaraz Qamar (TIPU Foundation Pakistan)
Participant
Learning Through Diversity“The highlight of my seven days at O’Spring was the opportunity to learn from such a diverse group of trainees. Diversity has so many layers: age, experience, themes, even geographic. Community World Service Asia brought us all together on one page, offering a chance to absorb so many perspectives.”
Mehr Aftab Salma (Aga Khan Agency for Habitat, Pakistan)
Participant
Role of Media in Development“I am really glad that I got the opportunity to be a part of this workshop. It met all the current needs of development sector and built our capacity to use the basic visual tools in our work. Now I can present visual stories more efficiently and effectively.”
Saira Basharat (Community Support Concern, Pakistan)
Participant
Essentials of Learning“The participants made this training an effective one: their eagerness to learn and their relevant yet diverse experiences in communications, made the learning process a wholesome one. I am happy that the participants did not allow their differences to come in the way of their learning.”
Imran Lashari (Plum Studios, Ogilvy & Mather Pakistan)
Trainer
Your Behaviour Matters!“Good behaviour leads to constructive learning. I observed that the participants of this group were helpful towards each other. Also, I have never seen such cameras and poses before. Where do you get them from?”
Liaquat Ali (O’Spring)
Support Staff
My duty, Your safety“I don’t make exceptions for anyone. I treat everyone who comes here for a training, the same. I have learned to ignore when someone gets upset with me or happy because only by staying true to my duty can I ensure your safety.”
Asghar Khan (O’Spring)
Security Guard
