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The fotonovela is arguably the RWHP’s most effective tool.  A traditional print medium, popular in Mexico and Latin America, the fotonovela portrays issues through a series of photographs combined with dialogue boxes in comic book format. The RWHP has molded the fotonovela into a tool of refection, role modeling and empowerment.

“RWHP fotonovelas reflect the struggles of communities in a positive light, incorporating role models who balance socio-cultural obstacles and disease prevention. The visual aspects of the novela are enticing and the style allows the reader to explore the health topics, increase self-identification and risk, and strengthen cultural identity.”[1]

With the RWHP’s use of community actors and messages specific to the target community, the fotonovelas successfully present health messages, documents the work of communities and unifies them to both improve individual and community well-being.  The minimal text, popular language, and visuals of the fotonovelas allow them to be easily read by any community. These elements make fotonovelas an excellent educational tool for outreach workers, youth and discussion groups.

Click here for an example of a fotonovela.

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