I strive to share authentic African stories told through an African lens with a global audience; highlighting not only the diverse beauty inherent within the people, culture, and environment; but also the often harsh realities of life in Africa.
Company
Artsy Lens Studios/African Lens Studios
Dr. Jenny H Ledikwe is a scientist specializing in Global Health. Her work focuses on combining the science of behavior change with the art of filmmaking. Jenny's film projects focus on topics such as human trafficking, HIV, child abuse, and mental health. Dr. Ledikwe has over 50 articles in scholarly journals and has spent the past 15 years based in Africa working to strengthen health systems. She was recently named the Best Emerging Filmmaker at The African Film Festival in Houston, Texas in the US.
Official Selection
Trafficked--Africa
Collected Voices Film Festival
Chicago
2019
Official Selection
Trafficked--Africa
Knysna Film Festival
Knysna
2019
Audiance Award
Trafficked--Africa
Baltimore International Black Film Festival
Baltimore
2019
Best Emerging Filmmaker
Test Your Love, Too
The African Film Festival
Official Selection
Trafficked--Africa
Silicon Valley Black Film Festival
California
Award of Recognition
Trafficked--Africa
Accolade Global Film Competition
College
Penn State University
PhD Integrative Biosciences
19982003
Birth Date
December 27
Birth City
ROANOKE
Current City
Gaborone, Botswana and Roanoke, VA
Hometown
ROANOKE, VA
Gender
Female
I strive to share authentic African stories told through an African lens with a global audience; highlighting not only the diverse beauty inherent within the people, culture, and environment; but also the often harsh realities of life in Africa.
Company
Artsy Lens Studios/African Lens Studios
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