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The IPPF ACRO Youth Network has successfully concluded the “Rays” class of Creadoras Camp, a virtual content creation bootcamp that empowered young leaders across Latin America and the Caribbean with the skills and knowledge to transform their digital activism. Developed in collaboration with Volcánicas, a Latin American feminist media outlet, and Fundación Hoja Blanca ONG, this camp equipped participants to craft impactful, rights-affirming social media content that counters anti-rights narratives with inspiring, inclusive messages.  Over the past two months, 31 participants from Antigua & Barbuda, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Paraguay, and Peru engaged in dynamic workshops led by expert content creators and activists. Through sessions on podcast production, visual storytelling, and digital communication strategies, they explored key concepts of online advocacy and honed their ability to design, record, and produce high-quality digital content tailored to youth audiences.  The participants’ growth was remarkable, as they not only developed technical skills but also deepened their understanding of using digital platforms to advance reproductive justice and progressive social change. This program exemplified the power of collective learning, providing young advocates with the confidence and tools to amplify their voices in meaningful ways.  Following the camp, 15 standout participants will be selected for an advanced mentorship program in podcast production. This series will spotlight youth perspectives across the region, sharing experiences and insights to challenge prejudice and drive narrative change around reproductive rights and social justice.  The Rays class of Creadoras Camp stands as a testament to the transformative power of youth-led initiatives. By investing in this innovative training, IPPF ACRO has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering inclusive activism and enabling the next generation of changemakers to shape a future rooted in equity, feminism, and reproductive rights. 

The IPPF ACRO Youth Network has officially launched the “Rays” class of “Creadoras Camp,” a virtual content creation camp designed to equip young leaders across Latin America and the Caribbean with the conceptual and practical tools they need to elevate their digital activism. Creadoras Camp, an original methodology created by Volcánicas, a latinamerican feminist media outlet, and Fundación Hoja Blanca ONG, offers participants the skills to create impactful social media content that defends sexual and reproductive rights, countering anti-rights narratives with inspiring, inclusive messages. The Rays Class is an IPPF ACRO Youth-Network Exclusive, as it reflects the demands of the youth network for dedicated training to amplify their voices and engage others in championing progressive social change. From October to November 2024, participants will join dynamic virtual workshops led by expert content creators and activists. Guided by specialized facilitators, they’ll dive into podcast production, visual content creation, and digital communication strategies, alongside key concepts for online advocacy. Through these sessions, participants will learn to design, record, and produce high-quality digital content, equipping them to effectively communicate messages that resonate with diverse youth audiences. Creadoras Camp will welcome 31 young participants affiliated with IPPF ACRO’s membership and partners from Antigua & Barbuda, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Jamaica, México, Paraguay, and Perú. Following this first stage, the 15 most promising profiles will be selected for a mentorship program in podcast production. This podcast series will give voice to the region's youth as they share insights and experiences around reproductive justice and progressive social advocacy. This project is a vital platform for narrative change, enabling youth voices to challenge prejudice and promote a more inclusive discourse in the region. Supported by IPPF ACRO and partnerships with initiatives like Volcánicas, the Rays class of Creadoras Camp is a unique opportunity for young creators to deepen their impact and contribute meaningfully to advancing feminism and reproductive rights.