A reality TV series, Dawn in the Creeks, was created, which documented the transformation of 21 young people living in the Niger Delta who had been involved in violence in the past. These participants were trained as film-makers by Jeta Amata—a director working in Hollywood with Nigerian roots. The TV series gave a message of hope for a brighter, violence–free future for young people living across the Niger Delta. 25 episodes of Dawn in the Creeks—spreading clear messages of non-violent change, were broadcast across Nigeria during 2014/2015. Watch all episodes
The Niger Delta Youth Forum was the culmination of the increased dialogue that the project’s engagement facilitated, and reflected the power of active citizenship in changing mind-sets. Previously apathetic about the government’s willingness to address their grievances, the young participants demonstrated a new-found confidence in civic engagement.