Camp Erech is an Ayzoh!’s social entrepreneurship initiative set in the heart of Mauritania’s Adrar Desert, Camp Erech is a...
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Ayzoh! is an Italian-based, nonprofit media organization of documentary photographers, writers, designers, researchers, and explorers of all kinds dedicated to working alongside marginalized communities worldwide.
"I am because we are." Guided by the Ubuntu philosophy, Ayzoh! partnered with former street children in Hawassa, Ethiopia, to create pinhole cameras and document their lives. This book supports their ongoing journey toward education and independence, showcasing the collective strength inherent in humanity.
Gloria has played a key role in Ayzoh!’s story. Since her time as Deputy Mayor of Rimini, she has supported...
Created for Harrisho ("sun" in Amharic), this impactful book documents Ayzoh!’s collaboration with a prison rehabilitation project in Hawassa, Ethiopia. It highlights the establishment of a social enterprise within the prison, offering inmates meaningful opportunities for personal and economic empowerment.
Education ProgramsEmpowering Local YouthLearn more At the heart of Ayzoh!’s mission lies a distinctive commitment to empowering local youth, fostering...
Small-scale farming is humanity’s timeless connection to Earth, sustaining communities across borders and generations. Ayzoh!’s "Terra" project supports farmers challenging industrial agriculture, advocating for sustainable methods that honor tradition and promote social and ecological justice.
Drawing on Ayzoh!’s extensive field experience, this practical handbook provides thoughtful reflections and ethical guidelines for responsibly using photography in African contexts. Specifically crafted for the Vadoinafrica community of over 15,000 members, it encourages respectful storytelling and engagement.
Today we celebrate 10 years of collaboration with Navimeteo, the first established company to believe in and support Ayzoh!’s mission....
"The Coming Together" is a poetic exploration of love and freedom, inspired by philosopher Erich Fromm’s profound insights. Claudio Maria Lerario’s evocative photography captures Movimento Centrale’s performances, beautifully conveying humanity’s timeless quest for connection and liberation.
Filmed between Bahia and Rome, this poetic documentary honors Angela Altieri McDonald (1963–2010)—a visionary writer and the soul behind Ayzoh!’s creation. Her bold spirit and support sparked the dream that became Ayzoh! in 2008. This tribute celebrates her enduring energy, and the women who continue to inspire across continents.
Each June, Pennabilli, Italy, transforms into Europe’s capital of performing arts during "Artisti in Piazza." Ayzoh! captures this vibrant festival visually, documenting international artists and engaging thousands of spectators who become integral to the unforgettable performances.
Rimini Porto Sicuro (Rimini Safe Harbor) was an event organized by the City of Rimini — thanks to the initiative...