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Lana Oppen is affiliated with the University of Windsor's School of Creative Arts, where she engages in community-focused research and creative projects. She has organized public workshops on short film production, emphasizing social media-sharing strategies, and contributed to interdisciplinary initiatives such as participatory documentaries and films highlighting refugee youth experiences. Her work bridges artistic expression with sociological inquiry, focusing on marginalized communities and participatory storytelling.
- Key Activities: Workshop coordination, documentary film projects, panel discussions on refugee issues
- Collaborations: SoCA Armouries, interdisciplinary teams at UWindsor
Her research interests center on leveraging film as a tool for community engagement and social advocacy, particularly in documenting underrepresented narratives. She has been involved in producing films like Through Their Eyes: Stories of Refugee Youth, which amplifies the voices of young refugees in Windsor. Her projects often intersect with sociology and education, aiming to foster dialogue through creative mediums.
