Workshop 1: Understanding vox pops and how to plan your own

Ever wanted to ask people what they really think — and share it with the world?

JFA Purple Orange is delivering a series of digital skills workshops for people with disability, funded through the South Australian Government’s Digital Inclusion grants program.

This free online workshop is for people with disability who want to learn how to create short, powerful videos known as vox pops — real-life interviews that capture everyday voices and opinions.

Whether you’re curious about how vox pops work or want to start creating your own, this session will guide you through what they are and how to plan one.

This is Workshop 1 of our Series 2 ‘Creating Vox Pops’ workshops.

What we’ll cover:

• What a vox pop is, and why it’s a powerful tool for storytelling and advocacy

• Inspiring examples of real vox pops — including disability-led content

• How to ask strong, open-ended questions that invite honest answers

• Tips for choosing a topic, gaining consent, and planning your video

• A chance to practise asking and answering questions in small groups

• How to start and end your vox pop with impact

This session is great for beginners. No filming or editing experience needed!

Registrations for this workshop close at midnight on Wednesday 12 November, 2025.

The full 'Creating Vox Pops' series includes:

• Workshop 1: Understanding vox pops and how to plan your own (online)

• Workshop 2: In-person filming and interview skills (online)

• Workshop 3: Editing your vox pop and sharing your message (in-person) - To be published on Humanitix

You’re welcome to attend one or all workshops. Each workshop builds on the last, but can be attended on its own.

Digital Skills Workshops

Other workshops series will cover:

• Series 1, Workshops 1 and 2: Telling your story and creating content, including video posts (registrations open)

• Series 2, Workshops 1-3: Creating your own vox pop video (registrations open from end September)

• Series 3, Workshops 1 and 2: Creating or updating a professional LinkedIn profile (to be published on Humanitix mid-September with registrations opening from mid-October)

You’re welcome to register for any sessions that interest you — no experience required. You will need to register separately for our other workshops. Visit our workshop series page.

You do not have to participate in every workshop in the series, only those you are interested in. The workshops will be mostly online, with some in-person events.

Accessibility

• This workshop includes a PowerPoint presentation, videos, and group discussions. When you register, please let us know if you have any learning/accessibility requirements to participate in these activities (E.g. hearing impairment, dyslexia, etc)

• Presentations and resources will be shared ahead of time

• Live Zoom session with accessibility features

• You can participate in a way that works for you — speak, use chat or just listen

• The session will be recorded and shared with participants

• You'll be asked about your access needs when registering for this workshop

• Register online, by phone at 8373 8388, or by email at media@juliafarr.org.au

• A contact person will be available to answer questions before the event

This workshop was co-designed with people with disability and is presented by JFA Purple Orange.

Email: media@juliafarr.org.au
Call: 8373 8388