The University of Bristol’s European Research Council-funded project, Modern Marronage: The Pursuit and Practice of Freedom, which critically examines and challenges dominant narratives surrounding human trafficking and modern slavery. As lead filmmaker between 2023-25, I worked closely with asylum seekers from East Africa tp produce the documentary Voices from Ipswich. This film was co-created with the participants, empowering them to take an active role in the filmmaking process. By breaking from traditional documentary practices, we shifted the power dynamic: participants were not simply subjects, but co-creators. From the early stages through to the final product, they were involved in key decisions—shooting, editing, and distribution—ensuring their voices were integral to shaping the narrative.

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We also partnered with fishing communities on Lake Volta in Ghana, who have faced allegations of child trafficking and modern slavery. We are producing two films that provide a counter-narrative to these claims, advocating for a rights-based, collaborative approach that brings together communities, NGOs, and authorities.