Young locals of Ust- Alda have showcased their interpretation of the character "Eralash"
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In the heart of Yakutia (the Sakha Republic), the MediaLab children's camp "Örkön" has been making waves with its latest project - a new series of the popular "Eralashka" films. This project brings together children and young people, teaching them the ropes of filmmaking and storytelling within a regional cultural context.
About the Project
The "Eralashka" series, known for its short, humorous sketches and family-friendly content, has now been enriched with local Sakha culture, language, and themes relevant to Yakutia. The new series, named "Sayyınҥҥy Sarsarda", has been produced entirely by the campers at the MediaLab of the camp "Örkön".
Participants and Learning Goals
The production process offers hands-on experience for kids and teenagers attending the "Örkön" camp, guiding them through all aspects of media production - from scriptwriting and acting to filming and editing. Apart from entertainment, the project serves educational purposes, promoting teamwork, communication skills, and technical knowledge about filmmaking among the youth.
Support and Funding
The MediaLab "Örkön" initiative receives support from regional cultural and educational authorities, grants focused on children's education, cultural projects, and media innovation, as well as local sponsors and possibly federal arts initiatives. This support ensures access to necessary equipment, professional guidance, production facilities, and distribution platforms to reach a wider audience.
Notably, MediaLab "Örkön" won the "Innosfera-2023" competition organised by the Future Generations Fund and the republic's unified resource center, and received a grant of 1 million rubles from the "ElgaUGol" company.
Infrastructure and Facilities
The camp "Örkön" in Ust-Alda offers a wide range of facilities to support creative learning. These include recreational gaming zones, IT-CENTER, and media labs equipped with various computer technologies for games, as well as resources for teaching children mental arithmetic "Ahsaan".
Looking Ahead
The new series of "Eralashka" represents an important step in empowering children in Yakutia to become creators of their own stories while celebrating their unique cultural identity through media arts. This approach strengthens community ties and nurtures the next generation of creative professionals.
For more updates on the MediaLab "Örkön" and the new series of "Eralashka", you can follow the "MediaLab" channel on Telegram.
- The MediaLab "Örkön" project in Yakutia not only offers entertainment through the production of the new "Eralashka" series, but also promotes online education, such as learning filmmaking, scriptwriting, and technical skills, as part of its educational-and-self-development goals.
- Instead of just passive consumption, children and young people attending the camp are encouraged to participate in entertainment activities like watching movies-and-tv, as they are given hands-on experiences in the media industry, which aids in their learning process.
- With the success of the MediaLab "Örkön" initiative, it demonstrates the potential of blending entertainment with learning, such as online education, to create a holistic approach to community development, particularly in the realms of culture and arts.
