Tupige Cinema: Youth Film Empowerment

Empowering Young Storytellers through Film

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“Tupige Cinema” translates to **“Let’s Film.”** This youth-centered initiative is dedicated to empowering the next generation of storytellers to express their voices through cinema. The project nurtures emerging talent in filmmaking, storytelling, and production.

We use the power of film to address critical social themes such as identity, culture, mental health, and community resilience, providing hands-on training and a platform for authentic Kenyan narratives.


Objectives & Expected Impact

1
Training & Mentorship

Train and mentor youth in scriptwriting, directing, cinematography, and editing.

2
Authentic Story Production

Create platforms for young filmmakers to produce and showcase authentic Kenyan stories (3 short films per cohort).

3
Social Awareness

Use film as a tool for social awareness, cultural preservation, and youth inclusion.

4
Digital Entrepreneurship

Promote creativity and digital entrepreneurship in the creative economy.

Key Program Snapshot

  • Duration

    3 Months per Cohort
  • Trainees

    10 Young People per Cohort
  • Output

    3 Short Films Produced

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