The Maldives National University (MNU) has expanded professional development opportunities for administrative staff through an introductory training programme on “Photography with Mobile Phone,” aimed at strengthening visual documentation skills and improving the quality of university communications using accessible digital technology.

The training highlighted the increasing importance of photography and video content in modern university administration, where effective visual documentation plays a vital role in recording institutional activities, communicating information, and showcasing university initiatives. By focusing on mobile phones as practical tools for content creation, the programme sought to make visual communication more accessible without requiring specialised equipment.

A central focus of the session was developing staff confidence in capturing clear, purposeful photographs and videos using their own mobile devices. The programme introduced the value of thoughtful visual documentation in producing content that accurately represents university activities and supports professional communication.

The training also explored how mobile photography and video can contribute to everyday administrative responsibilities, including documenting university events, preparing presentations, maintaining activity records, and developing materials for institutional communications. These applications highlighted the potential of familiar digital devices to support more efficient and engaging information sharing.

Beyond capturing images, the programme emphasised the importance of creating visual content with a clear purpose. By encouraging administrative staff to consider how photographs and videos communicate information, the training aimed to improve the relevance, clarity, and consistency of materials prepared for university use.

The initiative further underscored the role of digital literacy and creative skills in strengthening administrative service delivery. Equipping staff with practical visual communication competencies can help reduce dependence on specialist resources for routine documentation while supporting more timely preparation of communication materials.

The training reflects MNU’s broader commitment to continuous professional development and the effective use of accessible technology in institutional operations. By strengthening staff capabilities in mobile content creation, the university aims to support more organised documentation, effective communication, and greater visibility of its activities.

Aligned with priorities of quality education, digital literacy, lifelong learning, technological innovation, professional capacity development, and institutional efficiency, the programme contributes to MNU’s efforts to build a digitally confident, creative, and adaptable administrative workforce capable of supporting effective university communications.