Join NYWIFT in discussion with Dawn Porter, Shola Lynch, Tami Gold and Yoruba Richen - vibrant award-winning documentary filmmakers and activists dedicated to fighting systemic racism - on their work and the social justice movement of today. Moderated by NYWIFT Executive Director Cynthia López, the session includes short clips focused on historical women civil rights activists and the sharing of artistic, political and personal survival stories during this painful time in American history.
Filmmaker
Dawn Porter is an award-winning documentary filmmaker whose work has appeared on HBO, PBS, Discovery, and Netflix among others. She is currently directing and executive producing an Apple TV multi-part documentary series with Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry, which focuses on both mental illness and mental well-being.
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