Youth Climate Action

Storytelling for Change: Amplifying Women & Marginalised Voices on Zambia’s Climate Frontlines
“Storytelling for Change” tackles the human cost of climate change in Zambia by empowering women, girls, and LGBTQI+ communities on the frontlines. Through a unique multimedia campaign, the initiative uses their stories to raise awareness and inspire action.

Beyond Statistics: Untold Stories Take Center Stage
This campaign goes beyond statistics, gathering powerful narratives from Zambians displaced due to climate change. These stories serve a crucial purpose:

Raising Awareness: Shine a light on the disproportionate impact of climate change on vulnerable communities.

Shifting Perspectives: Challenge both local communities and decision-makers to prioritise addressing climate change.

Weaving a Tapestry of Change Through Poetry
The initiative utilises a unique creative approach:

A 5-Part Feminist Poem Series: This series delves into the experiences of women human rights defenders in Zambia, showcasing their resilience in the face of climate adversity.

Transformative Storytelling: The 5 poems will be interwoven into a single, powerful multimedia experience with visuals and sound.

Diversity and Inclusion: The project features women from across Zambia, representing both rural and urban communities, while including voices from the LGBTQI+ community.

Spreading the Message: Empowering Action Through Social Media
The completed poem/documentary (approximately 7 minutes) will be disseminated through various social media platforms:

WordSmith Facebook and Instagram: Leveraging established social media platforms for broad reach.

Twitter: Sharing the piece on Twitter to amplify the message and spark conversations about climate action and social justice.

“Storytelling for Change” empowers marginalised voices in Zambia to advocate for themselves and inspire a collective response to the climate crisis.