The Change Maker

The Change Maker

Synopsis

Su Mai is one of 105 'fellows' trained by Metta Foundation, Action Aid and Shalom Foundation who have volunteered to live in remote rural communities and promote self-reliance and equality. In this short documentary made for the British Embassy Rangoon, 23-year-old Su Mai looks back on the year she has spent in the village of Sekham in KachinState. After struggling to overcome the villagers' initial hostility, she helped them realise an impressive array of activities including several micro-credit schemes and the construction of two schools, a library and a road.

Director's Biography

Lay Thida has worked as a director and producer for a number of different organisations including the EU, ActionAid Myanmar, Metta Foundation, International Rescue Committee, the British Council and WaterAid creating audio-visual material for advocacy, promotion, education and awareness purposes.pe

Director's Filmography

2011

12‘0‘‘

2011

Director / Editor

12‘22‘‘

2011

Director

18‘50‘‘

2009

Director/Editor

18‘45‘‘

2009

23‘0‘‘

2008
The Change Maker

Director/Editor

15‘59‘‘

2007

Director / Editor

18‘18‘‘

2007

22‘22‘‘

2006
A Sketch of Wathone

Sound Recordist

15‘58‘‘

2006
The Uninvited Guest

Sound Recordist

13‘49‘‘

2006

Director/Editor

13‘5‘‘

2005
Peace Of Mind

Sound Recordist

10‘11‘‘

Sound Recordist

15‘20‘‘

The Long Way Home

Director / Editor

8‘15‘‘

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