COLLABORATIVE FILMMAKING IS AN
EMBODIED, VISUAL AND
PARTICIPATORY RESEARCH METHOD
developed by Drs. Jessica Burke and Sara Baumann, researchers in the Department of Behavioral and Community Health Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health.
COLLABORATIVE FILMMAKING IS
Participants are trained to create, analyze, and screen films to answer a research question, using a simple step by step process.
THE COLLABORATIVE FILMMAKING METHOD IS USEFUL FOR GATHERING GRANULAR AND SENSORY DETAILS ABOUT HEALTH BEHAVIORS.
It generates participant-produced films that provide valuable insights, uncover complexities, and serve as powerful advocacy tools.
Collaborative Filmmaking is being used around the world…
It is used to rigorously explore and advocate for health issues across diverse communities.
WHY USE COLLABORATIVE FILMMAKING?
The visual and participatory nature of the method leads to holistic insights into participant’s lived experiences.
Participants express that utilizing the method has profound impacts on various aspects of their lives.
Participants actively engage throughout the entire study cycle, which establishes a foundation of trust, cultivates relationships, and encourages reflection which all contribute to advancing knowledge.
The method is designed to give power to participants, putting their voices at the forefront as experts of their own lived experiences.
WHAT IS THE IMPACT OF COLLABORATIVE FILMMAKING?
The participant-created films serve as powerful advocacy and educational tools. To date, the films and findings from Collaborate Filmmaking studies have been shared with policymakers, local government leaders, organizations, and communities. They have been featured at international conferences and film festivals, and have been incorporated in academic courses, trainings, and workshops.
The creative film outputs have been featured at:
THE FILMS BECOME CATALYSTS FOR SPARKING CONVERSATIONS
We’ve received profound insights from people who have viewed the films and witnessed the method in action.
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FUNDERS AND PARTNERS
Collaborative Filmmaking projects have been made possible through generous support.
