An outfit called Lens For Good (LFG), a pioneering initiative aimed at transforming Nigeria's narrative through the power of storytelling, has announced the launch of its Mentorship Mobile Web App on October 1st, 2024, to train and empower 500,000 Nigerian creatives and storytellers.
LFG is offering unprecedented access to mentorship and resources. Backed by some of the nation's most prominent creative leaders, this initiative marks a bold step toward shaping the future of storytelling in Nigeria.
The Lens For Good Mobile Web App is set to become Nigeria's largest creative mentorship initiative, launching with an ambitious target of training 50,000 Nigerian creatives and storytellers in its first year. Participants will gain access to seasoned mentors, cutting-edge educational resources, and exclusive networking opportunities with Nigeria's top creative professionals. By the program's end, they will be equipped with the skills and tools to elevate their craft and share authentic, impactful Nigerian stories that resonate on a global stage.
The announcement comes on the heels of the successful Lens For Good Storyteller's Conference held on August 28, 2024, at the Landmark Events Center, Lagos.
Engaging with over 160,000 creatives both virtually and physically, the event gathered Nigeria's brightest creative minds for a day of insightful panel discussions, collaborative networking, and talks on the importance of empowering the creatives and storytellers of a nation and the role they have to play in building a nation and telling its stories positively.
The conference was a rallying point for the Lens For Good movement, with high-profile speakers like TY Bello, Mayor Otu, Tolani Alli, Ademola Olaniran, Henry Orji (Big H), Timmy Davies, Salem King, and many more industry leaders lending their voices to inspire Nigerian storytellers to use their creativity to foster a positive national identity.
These discussions reinforced the importance of empowering storytellers, not just as creatives, but as key contributors to nation-building and societal change.
Nosa Asemota, the visionary founder of Lens For Good and Special Assistant to the President on Visual Communications, expressed the driving force behind the movement, saying, "Our mission is clear, we aim to empower Nigerian creatives, equipping them with the resources, mentorship, and opportunities they need to tell powerful, authentic Nigerian stories that will resonate around the world.
"At the Storyteller's Conference, we rallied Nigerian storytellers from diverse sectors in the creative industry to heed the clarion call of empowering creatives and reshaping our nation's narrative. Now, with the launch of the Lens For Good mentorship mobile web app, we're taking the next step in that mission--and this is only the beginning."
Additionally, prominent Nigerian creatives and storytellers, who will also feature as mentors on the Lens For Good App, have expressed their enthusiasm for the initiative.
TY Bello, renowned photographer and musician, remarked, "Being a mentor on the Lens For Good app is an incredible opportunity to not only guide young creatives but also to learn from their unique perspectives.
"The future of Nigerian storytelling is bright, and I'm honored to be part of shaping it."
Tolani Alli, celebrated national digital storyteller, echoed this excitement, stating, "Mentorship has always been close to my heart, and I am thrilled to support young Nigerian storytellers through the Lens For Good app as they discover their voices.
"This platform is exactly what the Nigerian creative industry has been waiting for because the future of a nation belongs to those who tell their stories fearlessly."
The Lens For Good web app will serve as a dynamic hub where participants can connect with mentors and access exclusive masterclass videos.
These videos, led by top industry experts, will cover a wide range of topics, including content creation, photography, cinematography, entrepreneurship, effective positive storytelling, and more.
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In addition to the masterclass sessions, participants will engage with structured learning modules that provide in-depth training and actionable insights.
The app will also foster a collaborative environment, allowing users to hone their craft, network with peers, and build a thriving creative community.
As part of the mentorship program, Lens For Good has announced N150 million in grants, which will be awarded to 30 exceptional participants who showcase outstanding creativity and dedication.
These grants will enable recipients to bring their projects to life, spanning photography, film, and other storytelling mediums. The grants represent just one of the many ways Lens For Good is committed to nurturing the next generation of creatives, equipping them with the tools and resources to succeed.
