Products vs. Processes
I talked to Claudia about products vs. processes of participatory video. She talked about a video about Aboriginal kids in the context of HIV/AIDS. Putting one out to awake public awareness is important in this case. Some participatory videos produced by participants may not be understandable for public, although they may have personal values in terms of education, impact on life, etc. She also mentioned a project done with the youth in Vancouver. The professionals did editing the video in the workshop where the youth participated. Although it is questionable their participation in the making process, the youth played a major role in disseminating the polished product and the workshop experience influenced their life. Thus researching the long term impact of participation on the participants is valuable...