CCCL Hosts Workshop on Storytelling Through Film/Video to Strengthen Communication Skills on Environmental Issues in Southern Thailand

From September 1 to 3, 2025, Save the Children Thailand, in collaboration with the Changing Climate, Changing Lives Film Festival, organized a workshop called Campaign, Communication and Storytelling Through Film and Video as part of the Cintalam Project. The event took place at CS Pattani Hotel in Pattani province and aimed to develop participants’ skills in designing campaigns, communicating effectively, and using film as a tool to raise awareness and inspire positive change around environmental issues in southern Thailand.

The workshop followed the theme, Empowering change through strategic communication and heartfelt storytelling with film and video. Participants learned how to create effective campaign and advocacy strategies, present their projects through compelling storytelling, and practice filmmaking skills, including producing short videos.

On September 3, CCCL held a full-day session on Storytelling Through Film and Video. Participants gained knowledge about storytelling techniques for film and video and then worked in teams to create short videos based on storyboards they designed together. Each team drew inspiration from campaigns or projects their organizations were currently running.

Program Highlights

The workshop began with an introduction to CCCL and a discussion on how the climate crisis is no longer a distant issue. Participants then viewed three climate-themed short films:

• CONE by Yoo Ji-in

• I WAS JUST A CHILD by Breech Asher Harani

• AVOCADO ON PANCAKES by Chinanang Tamrongtanakijakarn

Following the screenings, participants reflected on the films and shared perspectives on climate storytelling approaches.

Later, CCCL Artistic Director Nakorn Chaisri presented Storytelling Basics, covering how to identify key issues, clarify the purpose of storytelling, and understand target audiences, as well as techniques for using visuals, sound, and storyboards to structure films and videos.

Following the presentation, participants were divided into seven groups to complete a Storyboard Exercise. Each group designed a two-minute video using only six shots, challenging them to think creatively and tell a concise story. In the afternoon, participants took part in a Video Shooting Exercise using their mobile phones, following the storyboards they had created. They then edited their footage using simple mobile editing tools.

The workshop concluded with a Sharing Stage where each group presented their storyboards and short films and received feedback from other participants, the Save the Children Thailand team, and the CCCL team. The day ended with participants reflecting on their experiences and the skills they had gained from the workshop.