The Heart of Handclasp
At Handclasp Incorporated, we believe that every community holds a pulse of untapped potential. Since 1985, our philosophy has been simple yet profound: Serving by Training. We don’t just offer aid; we offer agency. We provide the tools, the techniques, and the mentorship that allow individuals in developing nations to become the architects of their own future.
From Witness to Storyteller
In a world saturated with external media, the most important stories—the ones that drive lasting transformation—are the ones told from the inside.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we specialize in International Media Development. We bridge the digital divide by transforming the most accessible tool on the planet—the mobile phone—into a professional cinematic instrument. Through our intensive MobileFilm Workshops, we train nationals across Africa and Asia to:
- Find the Narrative: Moving beyond the surface to identify the threads of hope in their own communities.
- Master the Craft: Applying the principles of professional cinematography and sound design to mobile technology.
- Ignite Change: Producing and distributing high-impact “Stories of Hope” that reach their nations through social media and digital platforms.
A Global Legacy of Connection
From our foundational work in Thailand to recent storytelling initiatives in Arusha, Tanzania and India, Handclasp is more than a training organization—it is a global bridge. Whether we are co-facilitating with world-class communicators or partnering with local NGOs, our goal is to ensure that the “magic” of storytelling remains in the hands of those who live the story.
We aren’t just teaching filmmaking. We are connecting souls, one Story of Hope at a time.
