Contribute to Shazacin
Information, education and entertainment are increasingly video-based. Television, internet,
streaming channels, social media and mobile apps transmit visual content on every aspect of our daily lives. COVID-19 has accelerated this trend.
As we study, work, relax, catch up on news, pursue healthy lifestyles, shop, bank and keep in touch with our loved ones online, we rely more and more on video.
That’s great – except that people who are blind or visually impaired are being left behind. They are denied accessible visual content that connects sighted people to each other and the world. Audio description removes this barrier.
Skillful use of the spoken word makes the visual verbal. It enables blind people to participate, contribute and function independently. However, most video content – including classic films – is not audio described. Societies, governments and video content producers have not fully recognised how blind people are marginalised and do not apply adequate resources to address this growing injustice.
We are seeking your support to donate towards our development of high quality and accessible Audio Description.
Very few African productions are accessible to blind audiences. Our key focus is on local film in local languages, created by local talent, to enrich the lives of visually disabled persons in Africa.
With your support we can add to our online library of accessible media.
All funding goes towards developing and delivering of audio description tracks for content that are made accessible to users around the world. This investment opportunity not only promotes equality for blind persons but also helps the entertainment industry as a whole in South Africa to recognize the importance of Audio Description.
How it works:
There are various channels through which we can accept your contribution. Even the smallest amount helps us reach our goals.
PayFast
If you are based in South Africa, the best way is to use the South-African PayFast option. Tap the button below to select the amount you would like to donate. You’ll be directed to the PayFast portal to complete your contribution.
Donate via PayFast
PayPal
You can also donate via PayPal. The PayPal is more suitable for supporters that reside outside of South Africa. Tap the button below to be directed to the PayPal portal where you can choose the amount you wish to donate.
Donate via PayPal
Direct EFT
If you feel more comfortable paying by EFT, then click the button below and your mail client should open a new email addressed to ShazaCin. From there please indicate that you would like to donate via EFT and we will gladly share our banking details with you.
Alternatively, please send an email to info@shazacin.com, with the subject line “Direct EFT Donation query”.