VIDEOS ABOUT ALNOUR

Translating to “the light” in Arabic, Alnour combines the art of traditional Moroccan embroidery with a social initiative to improve the socio-economic independence of women with physical disabilities living in Morocco. We create beautifully hand-embroidered clothing as well as table linens and other home linens. Behind each of our hand-crafted products, a woman is supported with valuable skills, a steady income, health insurance, medical care, childcare and other services. Alnour is a star of hope for women with physical disabilities in Morocco.

Produced by Kinematika
Director and Camera: Márton Vécsei
Assistant Director: Zsuzsa Mérei
Camera: Balázs Holecz
Music and Sound Design: Ádám Jávorka
Editing: Márton Vécsei
Colorist: Janó Fekete
Make-up: Samia Yak

2022-2023 Marrakech, Morocco

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Social enterprise ALNOUR Marrakech: Hand embroidery created by handicapped artisan women in Marrakech in the framework of the social enterprise Al Nour (Tarzajmal ltd), embedded in a day care and professional training center. Exclusively hand embroidered on 100% natural fibres: linen, cotton, wool, pashmina, silk. www.alnour-textiles.com

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"Blessing" follows Najat's lifelong journey to find independence. Growing up in a wheelchair she was always looked down upon by society and her family. After the passing of her mother she decided to take control of her life when she was hired by the social enterprise Al Nour. For more information visit https://www.alnour-textiles.com/ *This version of "Blessing" has subtitles embedded in the film, but will soon switch to subtitles that can toggle on/off with the CC button. This video was produced on location in Morocco by an Actuality Media student crew and shot primarily with Canon cameras. Producer: Daniella Isabel Director: Hadley Hendon Cinematographer: Erica Moon Editor: Kirsten Farmer Actuality Media is on the ground with every student crew to oversee production of these short documentaries, providing the services of executive producer, production manager, location scout, additional editing, and whatever else is needed to complete the project. We are more than a film study abroad program. We are a service learning organization that takes students and young professionals abroad to create media on changemakers in developing communities around the world. Our films spread the word about nonprofits, NGOs and social entrepreneurs who are implementing innovative, new ideas to combat chronic social problems. Find out more about our work and adventures at www.actualitymedia.org