Jake Lyell is a still and motion storyteller documenting humanitarian work, corporate social responsibility efforts, and the achievements taking place in the global fight against poverty. Over the past fifteen years he’s produced, filmed and photographed on hundreds of assignments in more than 60 countries worldwide. With seven years of experience as a multimedia journalist based in East Africa, he knows his subjects well and has insightful knowledge on complex matters related to international development. His passion is for people and for bringing to light the issues and challenges they may face.

Featured Video, Saving Grace:  Life as she knew it was nearly over for Grace by the age of thirteen after her parents fell on hard times. The bride price paid by an older man in the village was incentive for them to withdraw her from school and marry her off. This video is part of a series I produced, shot and edited for ChildFund while documenting the organization’s work to prevent early marriage in several countries across Sub-Saharan Africa.