Kohima: Adivasi Lives Matter wrapped up a four-day workshop called Adivasi Awaaz in Longpang, Tuensang district. The event ran from August 21 to 24 at the House of Hope. Trainers taught 42 tribal participants how to use mobile photography and video editing to document their history and culture. They focused on building digital advocacy skills.
Documentary filmmaker Deepak Bara led the instruction alongside team members Nitesh Mahto, Tongpang Longchar, Tumlesh Neti, and Rahul Hembrom. They taught the group how to write scripts, produce social media content, and use tools for mobile storytelling. Participants also learned about monetisation and freelance work to help create sustainable livelihoods. The organizers noted that the project aims to help youth document development challenges from their own perspectives.
The group included people from eight different tribal communities. Students, community leaders, social workers, and aspiring creators from the Chang, Sangtam, Konyak, Ao, Chakhesang, Khiamniungan, and Sumi tribes attended. Two participants from the Karbi community also made the trip from Diphu in Karbi Anglong, Assam. These creators explored topics like traditional war cries and environmental protection throughout the sessions.
Attendees gained a better grasp of technical photography and digital consent. They also practiced vlogging and the use of artificial intelligence tools. Adivasi Lives Matter said it will continue to support these storytellers, explaining, "Adivasi Lives Matter said it will continue to support tribal storytellers in shaping their own narratives, preserving their heritage and exploring sustainable opportunities in media and digital content creation."
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