Dec 21, 2022“Animation can explain whatever the mind of man can conceive”: Why Use Animation for your Health Campaign?“Animation can explain whatever the mind of man can conceive. This facility makes it the most versatile and explicit means of communication yet devised for quick mass appreciation.” – Walt Disney Arete is the expert storytelling agency for NGOs, UN bodies and foundations — we tell stories that make a…Animation8 min readAnimation8 min read
Published in Arete Stories·Sep 29, 2022“No one is listening to us”: Helping those affected by Floods in Pakistan to be heardWhen the deluge of monsoon rains first hit Pakistan in mid-June, there was a disturbing feeling that the floods, which have plagued the country over the past two decades, would return. …Pakistan Flood9 min readPakistan Flood9 min read
Published in Arete Stories·Aug 5, 2022Pictures That Tell the Story: One Year on From The Taliban Seizure of Power in AfghanistanIt has been one year since the U.S withdrew from its 20 year presence in Afghanistan, the Afghan government collapse and the Taliban seizure of power in Kabul. …Afghanistan4 min readAfghanistan4 min read
Published in Arete Stories·Jul 29, 2022#Arete67: Arete Unites Behind Community Heroes for Nelson Mandela Day“It is easy to break down and destroy. The heroes are those who make peace and build.” – Nelson Mandela In 1990 his story inspired communities around the world to rally for his release from prison. In 1994 people once again united around him to force an end to the brutal system of apartheid. …Community Hero4 min readCommunity Hero4 min read
Published in Arete Stories·Jul 4, 2022UKRAINE WAR EXPLODES GLOBAL FOOD CRISIS: Millions at risk of starvation by Russian Blockade of Ukraine“We’re running out of time and the impact of inaction will be felt around the world for years to come” David Beasley, Executive Director, WFP Arete is the expert storytelling agency for NGOs, UN bodies and foundations. …Wfp8 min readWfp8 min read
Published in Arete Stories·Jun 1, 2022Only One Earth: The Power of Imagery to Promote Change on Environmental IssuesIn the universe are billions of galaxies, In our galaxy are billions of planets, But there is #OnlyOneEarth. Let’s take care of it. (un.org) June 5th marks World Environment Day, and the theme this year is #OnlyOneEarth. It is a day to appreciate the unique and precious planet that we…8 min read8 min read
Published in Arete Stories·May 10, 2022The Power of Social Impact ReportingArete, the expert storytelling and training agency for NGOs, UN bodies and foundations, specialise in high-quality content gathering. Storytelling is one of the most effective communication tools. Impact stories put a name or a face to an organisation, realising its mission and providing insight into the lives or communities they…Social Impact6 min readSocial Impact6 min read
Published in Arete Stories·Dec 27, 20212021, a Year in Review: Small Changes with Big Impact“A small change can make a big difference. You are the only one who can make our world a better place to inhabit. So, don’t be afraid to take a stand.” - Ankita Singhal, Author After another unpredictable year of negotiating obstacles, facing difficulties and sometimes learning to accept defeats, we highlight some of…202110 min read202110 min read
Published in Arete Stories·Dec 3, 2021World AIDS DAY 2021: History by the headlinesA history of the headlines around HIV/AIDS since 1981 — Photo: Quinn Mattingly/ Frontline AIDS/ Arete. World Aids Day was first observed on December 1, 1988. The intention was to bring greater awareness to HIV — the virus behind AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) and honour all those affected by the killer disease. This annual event has now become the…AIDS11 min readAIDS11 min read
Published in Arete Stories·Dec 3, 2021Smartphone photography — Is a Smartphone all you need?Or is the humble DLSR still required? — As the well-used photographer aphorism goes: “The best camera is the one you have with you”. Yet, if you had a choice, is a smartphone all you need? Photography is at the heart of every story we tell here at Arete. We tell stories with the intent to evoke emotion…Photography7 min readPhotography7 min read
