SLEEPING ROUGH IN THE HAPPIEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD: Through the eyes of the homeless migrants in Helsinki. Photography Exhibition.
Villarente-Forssell, Katrina; Ungaretti de Campos Velho, Eduardo (2023)
2023
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The purpose of this project-oriented thesis is to provide in detail all the elements of a photography project and exhibition carried out involving service users of the work-life partner, Vailla Vakinaista Asuntoa ry. The purpose of the project was to promote awareness about the homelessness phenomena in Helsinki and to provide the experience of inclusion and empowerment to the participants living through homelessness.
Photovoice method, a form of participatory action research, was used to enable the participants to convey their stories and perspectives to society through photographs. As the core of the participatory action research, participants had an active role and were able to influence how the project was executed. The photography exhibition commenced in July 2023 and concluded in October 2023. A total of 73 photos were featured together with statements from the participants.
This thesis describes the process of planning and implementing the project. In addition, evaluation and reflections on the outcome, improvements that could occur, and recommendations to social services professionals when carrying out projects involving vulnerable groups are explained. Furthermore, the interest of an international organization in developing a similar project demonstrated the positive influence of the project. Additionally, ethical perspectives and professional development acquired throughout the bachelor’s studies at Diaconia University of Applied Sciences are outlined.
Photovoice method, a form of participatory action research, was used to enable the participants to convey their stories and perspectives to society through photographs. As the core of the participatory action research, participants had an active role and were able to influence how the project was executed. The photography exhibition commenced in July 2023 and concluded in October 2023. A total of 73 photos were featured together with statements from the participants.
This thesis describes the process of planning and implementing the project. In addition, evaluation and reflections on the outcome, improvements that could occur, and recommendations to social services professionals when carrying out projects involving vulnerable groups are explained. Furthermore, the interest of an international organization in developing a similar project demonstrated the positive influence of the project. Additionally, ethical perspectives and professional development acquired throughout the bachelor’s studies at Diaconia University of Applied Sciences are outlined.