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Since 2005, we have spent considerable amounts of our own time, money and resources todeveloping anddemonstrating our own commitment to the potential for an indigenous film production sector in Sierra Leone.
We have consulted with filmmakers and other stakeholders about their needs, followed the enthusiasm of local people to make their own films, (be they feature length dramas or short participatory videos about their local social or political concerns), researched and published information on local film production and even showcased local productions at the Freetown Film Festival and on XTVSL.com.
We have demonstrated that there is real potential for the growingindigenousproduction sector; that it can contribute to broader social expression, greater citizendemocracy and enriched arts and culture. In short it can help make a positive contribution towards the development a more inclusive form of social, economic and cultural participation.
We have successfully challenged thementality that nothing ofvalue canbe initiatedwithout first having to be underwritten or funded by 'aid' packages from DFID, EU, the UN,or other organisations, (and which frequently come with an assortment of strings attached...)
We have persuaded people to stop passively sitting around waiting for something to happen, and, rather, encouraged them to see that they have the power to positively make something happen by, and for, themselves. We followed the old principle to 'Put your money where your mouths is' and simply rolled up our sleeves and did what we could, hoping others would see what was being done, be enthused by the genuine efforts to make a real difference in this under-developed country, and perhaps would join us and help.
Consequently,having first proved our own seriousness and commitment, only now are we inviting/asking everyone interested in filmmaking/Sierra Leone/social and cultural development to consider how they can might best be able to help to maintain and further develop the work we have already started.
For example, you might want to consider any of the following:-
In whatever way you think you can help, be assured that all contributions will be properly appreciated and acknowledged by us, no matter how modest they may seem by Western standards, they will be hugely beneficial in Sierra Leone.
More importantly,be assured that your contribution will be helping Sierra Leoneans tocommunicate and share their lives with others and gain access to new skills and new opportunities to change and improve their lives for the betterment of themselves and the country as a whole.
That's the real power of film and television.
We have consulted with filmmakers and other stakeholders about their needs, followed the enthusiasm of local people to make their own films, (be they feature length dramas or short participatory videos about their local social or political concerns), researched and published information on local film production and even showcased local productions at the Freetown Film Festival and on XTVSL.com.
We have demonstrated that there is real potential for the growingindigenousproduction sector; that it can contribute to broader social expression, greater citizendemocracy and enriched arts and culture. In short it can help make a positive contribution towards the development a more inclusive form of social, economic and cultural participation.
We have successfully challenged thementality that nothing ofvalue canbe initiatedwithout first having to be underwritten or funded by 'aid' packages from DFID, EU, the UN,or other organisations, (and which frequently come with an assortment of strings attached...)
We have persuaded people to stop passively sitting around waiting for something to happen, and, rather, encouraged them to see that they have the power to positively make something happen by, and for, themselves. We followed the old principle to 'Put your money where your mouths is' and simply rolled up our sleeves and did what we could, hoping others would see what was being done, be enthused by the genuine efforts to make a real difference in this under-developed country, and perhaps would join us and help.
Consequently,having first proved our own seriousness and commitment, only now are we inviting/asking everyone interested in filmmaking/Sierra Leone/social and cultural development to consider how they can might best be able to help to maintain and further develop the work we have already started.
For example, you might want to consider any of the following:-
- donate old or used production and post-production equipment;
- books and magazines on film and video;
- computers, officeequipment or furniture;
- shooting your next production in Sierra Leone to create training and marketing opportunities;
- sharing your skills and experience at a training seminar or workshop in Sierra Leone;
- to promote SLFilm, the Freetown Film Festival or Sierra Leone filmmaking in general througharticles, interviews, screenings, links from your website, etc
- sending a small financial donation (nothing is too small) which can be used to help defray our numerous local expenses in Sierra Leone.
- something more personal and relevant to you.
In whatever way you think you can help, be assured that all contributions will be properly appreciated and acknowledged by us, no matter how modest they may seem by Western standards, they will be hugely beneficial in Sierra Leone.
More importantly,be assured that your contribution will be helping Sierra Leoneans tocommunicate and share their lives with others and gain access to new skills and new opportunities to change and improve their lives for the betterment of themselves and the country as a whole.
That's the real power of film and television.
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