At REEF, we nurture women’s self-expression through artistic exploration and storytelling. Whether through filmmaking, performance art, or creative writing, women are invited to develop their talents, reflect on their connection to the environment, and share their unique perspectives with the world.
These workshops encourage women to use cameras as a means of storytelling, creating impactful one-minute films that amplify their voices and spark dialogue across diverse backgrounds.
Under the guidance of Egyptian filmmaker Amal Ramsis, women crafted short films capturing moments from their daily lives, opinions, and aspirations.
– In 2022, women from Akkar of all ages created 10 short films, which were screened at REEF Encounters 2022.
– In 2023, REEF expanded the initiative to Akkar and Hermel, introducing the theme “Correspondences Between Women.” These workshops facilitated exchanges between women from different backgrounds through videography, with their films showcased at REEF Encounters in Kobayat and Hermel.
In collaboration with The Knowledge Workshop and BAHH—a collective for theater and performance practitioners—REEF hosted two creative performance workshops in Kobayat and Hermel. These sessions encouraged women to express themselves through artistic exploration, using creative writing, sensory-based physical movement and nature walks
Through this immersive process, women reflected on their physical, social, and political relationships with the environment, crafting personal narratives about ecological history, land, and loss. The workshops culminated in a live performance at REEF Encounters in Kobayat, where participants transformed their reflections into compelling artistic expressions.
“My participation in REEF workshops has been one of the most important stages in my life. I have many interests in music, art, culture, crafts, and the environment. I found a place that resembles me and a space to express myself and release my energies.” Doris
“The one-minute film workshop was the most amazing experience. It was like living a childhood dream.” Ghada
“My participation in REEF’s workshop taught me how to embody and represent my story and ideas by using symbols and movements to communicate clearly and easily.” Mariette
harnesses the power of arts and knowledge-sharing to raise awareness of environmental protection, foster connections among rural communities, and inspire the crafting of a new collective narrative.