Unity Through Community
Non-profit organizations give of their time and energy so that they can help make the world a better place. No matter where or who they are they all share a desire to help. May their documented story continue to unite and inspire us.
Everyone wants the world to be a better place, and I think what a lot of people look for in answers on how to do something so big are ways that they can help in their community. The culture of non-profit organizations is an attractive source for many when desiring to give of their time, energy, and money for a bigger cause.
We hear of great organizations doing great things every once in a while when we're not looking. Whether it's a story featured in an article or a television show we aren't as exposed to the wonderful things these non-profits are doing. We, especially, aren't hearing about it as a worldwide means.
If we can help in our own community, than shouldn't we try to unify non-profits around the world to make a stronger impact that'll get more people informed and excited? I think by documenting stories of wonderful organizations around the world through photography and writing, there would be an increase in individuals wanting to help.
I believe photojournalism is powerful and can influence for the better. As we feature different non-profits making awesome changes in their community, not only does it give them exposure on a larger scale, but it also gives a face and a name to causes that aren't as familiar to many of us. Those faces and names belong to people who have stories that can inspire and move millions worldwide.
With the advantage of the Internet and media my dream assignment is to cover as many non-profits around the world as I can, so that I can inform readers through my blog, my photos/videos/writing and let it move others to give a helping hand. I want to bring unity through community, and I believe this can happen with the help of winning this contest.
I've always had a heart to share stories and am currently pursuing a career as a professional photographer with a journalism degree so that I can do assignments like this for as long as I can. I think we all could use hearing and seeing another good story that stirs our hearts and asks us to help make the world a better place.
I've already begun my research by finding non-profits around the world on websites like idealist.org. It would be an honor to photograph and work alongside each organization that I meet, and I would give all that I can to do my best on this assignment. I hope that you can join along with me and help me make this dream become a reality. Thank you!
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I appreciate your vote and support! A website for this assignment is currently being built to keep you updated on this journey. Until then, you may visit my blog at: jenmayphotography.blogspot.com or check out my portfolio at www.jenmayphotography.com
Keep in mind this is an idea that's:
1. The First of It's Kind
2. Relevant and Inspirational
3. Will excite others and make the world a better place
sounds like an amazing idea. i would LOVE to see the pics you come up with. you have such a wonderful talent and i think it's a beautiful thing to share that gift with others.
Excited for you Jen May!!!!!
Best of luck.
Jen, great idea. You have my full support, and I hope the door opens for you to do this regardless. Keep me posted and let me know whatever I can do to help. Great way to give of your gifts!
Hi Jen May!, This idea is very exciting and inspirational! I can't wait to see the photos that come from you winning this contest! God Bless! :)
By the way, adfred123 is actually me - Taylor Ruggles. I stole that user name from David! :)
Thanks everyone! I have a video up on You Tube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e56gwcB6fH4
hook it up!
i love your idea my friend and i hope you will be able to see it to fruition. good luck! you're amazingly talented! keep sharing the love! ~ gayaneh
Jennnaaa MAAAYYYY Rocks!!!
fabulous idea...i'm already inspired! i reeeeeally hope you win this! if i had an extra 50 grand to spare, i would love to finance this dream assignment of yours! btw, cool youtube video too!
hooraaaay...VOTE FOR JENMAY!!! COZ SHE ROCKS!!
congratulations already you're such a great inspiration to beginning photographers working at CSUN trying to get their degrees. I wish you the best of luck in all your endeavors and I already voted for you:)
This is AWESOME Jen! If you ever plan on being in Hawaii I work for a non-profit that would definitely benefit from this. check it out when you have time: www.hopeinchawaii.org :)
Hey Chica!
U got my vote!
Your vision & heart are beautiful. I pray God's favor over you Jen May. ~alaina
*fingers-crossed* you got my vote jenamay.
jen may! i voted. gonna pass it along to work peeps :)
Go Jen May!!!
your dream is mine. hope u get it sissy!
I think your idea sounds wicked awesome! I hope you win. I'm right there with you on following the non-profits. Good luck!
We believe in ya!
Hola Tita May
YAY, JEN MAY!!!
NZ LOVES YOU JEN MAY
BIG X FOR BIG DREAMS
Go Jen Go, wishing you all the BEST!!!!!!!
Your lola and lolo say good luck
hi cousin
got a new video up! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VB6y4DAiyA0&feature=channel_page
This is a great idea. As you can see by my project too, I love the work nonprofits too and want to raise awareness. Good luck.
thanks for your vote! :)
Thanks for your comment. I like your idea as well, and you've got my pic. Good luck!
Thanks Jen! It's great to see another project that wants to give something back to the world rather than just promote themselves! Best of luck to you! Great idea! Add me on Facebook of myspace.com/photojoe if you want!
Thanks Jen, yours is a great concept too best of luck I'm sure you'll climb much higer in the ranks quickly
hi jen, thanks for checking out my "dream assignment". i checked out your photography blog... way cool!
have you read the official rules for this contest?
Go Jen May!
Jenmay, thank you for your comment. I think your idea is excellent and worthy of my vote!
hey..thanks for voting for me..i really like your idea too...i also want to pursue a career in photography...except id like to do weddings..my dream though is to be able to travel and capture the lives of others..but then again[i guess thats what weddings are lol]
good luck
i vote for jen may.
You can do it Jen May! I vote for you!
What a great idea. Good Luck! Luv ya!
go jen! go!
thanks, guys! bring me up to the Top 20!
oopss! nsouri left her account logged in on my computer. luv ya, too Nads!
ok, i'm all logged in my name! :)
I like your idea!
Will you vote for me? Let's do this and see how it turns out. Let's help each other!
Good luck!
Jen May, you rock - so therefore I voted for you. Hope you get that dream assignment.
Jen May I am on your team --great idea -lets make this work
u the best
Jen May is a phenomenal photographer! She deserves to win this and she has my full support!! GO JEN MAY!
It's amazing to see how far you've come Jen May. It's an honor to see the great things you are doing, continue to do, and will be doing. Holla!
good luck!
Jen May - you know you've got my support. Let 'em know how you do girl! Word up.
Good luck!
We've got over 130 members in the facebook support page. Help spread the word about this idea: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=56312318370&ref=mf
Great idea!
This is good to have in your heart. I teach photography to high school students part-time and love that whole concept of giving back to the youth so that they can inspire, too. Here's my idea: http://www.nameyourdreamassignment.com/the-ideas/jenmay/unity-through-community/
Hey everyone! Disregard that last comment, I intended to leave that for another contestant. There's no feature on here to let me delete comments :)
well im only 18 i havent gotten there yet...i would love to though. i always wanted to capture people at their happiest moment, and what could be a happier day?
yay jen may! i voted for you! love, andrea phillips
You got my vote!
I love the idea.
In reviewing the dreams, I see I missed voting for yours. Here you go. I am sorry I didn't vote before; it was an oversight. Good luck to you!
Go Jen May!!
Christiswiz I accidentally flagged your comment when scrolling down my iPhone browser. I wish there was a way I could unflag your comment!
this is awesome!! you have our vote!
Thanks, Mary. I'm honored, because you two are fantastic photographers! :)
yay jennifer!
New You Tube video if you guys want to find out more: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvAiH2E2jTE&feature=channel_page
I too believe that we need to start in our own community and hope from there the word will spread and others will do the same in their community. You have my vote.
i hope it work .from uncle jojo
yey you got another vote! =)
Great idea Jenmay. You go girl!
Unite against the “network” that is scheming votes. Support ideas that are “lost” due to unworthy ideas using low tactics. “Insulin” is not the best idea. Something is wrong here and many fantastic ideas are getting lost due to the “network.” If you like my idea on “Vanishing Cultures,” vote for it.
I support your idea, Jen May!
good luck!
Jen May rules!
I love this idea! check out mine and Pic it if youd like! Congo here I come...
hey jenmay, your friend dariane told me about your idea. sounds like a fantastic idea! you got my vote. i also checked out your photography website and blog. that koji post looked pretty good. i really wish you luck in my endeavors! you should check out my website too! www.erickimphotography.com
Love your Website // Much luck . . . from one of Abelina's friends--
Hello! It's me, April from Photography Club. I just PIC'D you!
Hello from cara. Goodluck.
Hi, Jen. I love this idea and pic'd it. Will you check out mine too--I think our ideas go well together and we may be able to support each other's projects. I'd be grateful for your vote. Thanks! Marj
http://www.nameyourdreamassignment.com/the-ideas/BROWNSTONEBABE/with-my-hands/
You have my vote, If you get the chance, check out my dream "From Australia With Love" and PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE vote for it!
Thanks.
-Adam
I think you deserve whatever your heart desires! You have always acheived what you strived for!! Go for it girl!!
Unity is an important thing we need to focus on in society...kind of the same idea I am trying to live. check it out! Voted. :)
Just voted! :-)
I thought I wrote a comment here but I don't see it-I voted for you and also checked out your link to tinytoones. I am so excited and proud of you. You have the passion that seems to ignite action. Awesome! You got my vote.
Again, thanks everyone for the support! A new video on a Cambodian non-profit and a USA non-profit is coming out soon. Check out my blog for recent news: http://jenmayphotography.blogspot.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6kMtI0e9Ag Here's a video I made today about a non-profit in Cambodia. :)
Woot Great job!!
I just PIC'd you!
Please stop by mine and PIC me too!
Good Luck with your dream!!
You have my vote Jen.
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go Jen! You deserve anything!