Clover: Conversations with Women in Leadership -  Founders, Executives, & Change-Makers

How to Turn Vision into Impact with Amina Mohamed of Cameras For Girls


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In this very first episode of Clover, I chat with Amina Mohamed, founder of Cameras For Girls, an organization using photography and storytelling to help young women in Africa break into male-dominated media spaces.

Amina’s story begins with her family’s journey as refugees from Uganda to Canada, a career in film and television, and a life-changing return to Uganda that revealed the inequities facing girls denied education and opportunity. That experience inspired her to launch Cameras For Girls in 2017, which has since grown to serve cohorts of young women in Uganda and Tanzania, with a vision to expand across Africa.

We talk about:

  • How Amina turned a late-night idea into a movement that’s changing lives.
  • The importance of community-led solutions vs. imposing outside fixes.
  • Navigating cultural and societal barriers with respect while pushing for change.
  • Why mental health support and mentorship are just as critical as technical training.
  • The ripple effect of one girl gaining skills and confidence—and teaching others.

Amina’s mission is bold: to impact 30,000 women across seven African countries by 2030. Her journey is proof that listening to your heart—and refusing to let fear win—can transform lives.

Related links or mentions within the episode:

  • Communities / Resources:
    • Vital Voices (global women’s leadership community)
    • Nonprofit Hive (Canadian-run platform for nonprofit professionals)
    • We Are For Good (podcast + community, includes “Impact Uprising” events)
  • Social Media / Links:
    • Website: Cameras For Girls
    • LinkedIn: Amina Mohamed
    • Instagram: @camerasforgirls

Want to support Cameras For Girls?

  • Monthly or One-Time Donors
  • Donate Used Cameras or Electronic Equipment
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