A non-profit organization that helps neighborhoods and groups organize, educate and advocate using the power of social justice documentary film and conversation
Seattle, WA 98103
Joined December 2014
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#TheDayWithTrae - Meet Melinda Raebyne, a trailblazing Taiwanese-American filmmaker with a global perspective, dedicated to telling stories that illuminate our shared humanity. With a focus on understanding, compassion, and collective action, she crafts narratives that inspire positive change and resilience. Melinda's portfolio boasts award-winning documentaries like "Ellos Gritan Libertad (They Scream Freedom)," recognized at the 2023 Social World Film Festival and the Philadelphia Free Speech Film Festival, and "Asylum," honored with the Right Now Today Humanitarian Award. Her commitment to amplifying local voices with global impact is evident in works like "Stories of Us: Camp Second Chance," premiered at the Seattle International Film Festival, and "For Sale," shedding light on child sex trafficking. Melinda's recent endeavor, "An Intimate Look at COVID-19," offers poignant insights into the pandemic's impact, showcasing her dedication to fostering connection during challenging times.
Melinda stopped by The Day With Trae @HolidayTraeanna to discuss the upcoming special screening event of the Seattle Black Panthers Fight for Justice & Freedom. The film chronicles the grassroots activism and community organizing efforts spearheaded by the Seattle Black Panthers during the late 1960s and early 1970s. From their initiatives to combat police brutality and provide free breakfast programs for children to their advocacy for racial equality and economic empowerment, the Seattle Panthers left an indelible mark on the city's social and political landscape.
Click the link below to watch the full interview:
whereweconverge.com/tdwt/v/m…
Learn more about Melinda Raebyne:
seattleblackpanthersdoc.com
Photos: Jordan Somers
#BlackMediaMatters #BlackSeattle #BlackInSeattle #SeattleBlackPanthers #Filmmaker #MeaningfulMovies #MelinaRaebyne
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The August 25th screening at is co-presented by @MMPCommunity: bit.ly/3qzVEGi
#20DaysInMariupol @SIFFnews
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Thurs Mar 9: Meaningful Movies Presents "The Lost Salmon" - mailchi.mp/30cdadc6af1f/thur…
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🎬 Meet the Team behind RAISING THE FLOOR!
🎞️ Marga is the founder of Twin Seas Media, a Boston-based impact distribution boutique agency working with documentary films and documentary film festivals.
👩💻 Learn more about Marga and other crew members on our website!
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Children's Film Festival Seattle runs through 2/12 and features over 150 films from 40 countries, as well as workshops & interactive shows for kids (and parents) of all ages. @TatevikAprikyan brings us details from @kendra_sherrill at @nwfilmforum. MORE: seattlechannel.org/CityStrea… – at Seattle, WA
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Greetings from the Children’s Film Festival Seattle 2023!
Don’t miss the Literal Sunshine screening on Feb. 4 at 12:30 pm as well as virtually Feb 3-12.
CFFS: nwfilmforum.org/festivals/ch…
Northwest Film Forum: nwfilmforum.org/
Literal Sunshine: nwfilmforum.org/films/childr…
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📷: The "Ark of Return" at UNHQ honours the victims of slavery & highlights the legacy of the slave trade.
As #BlackHistoryMonth begins, we are reminded that each of us has a role to play to #FightRacism, prejudice & social injustice. un.org/en/letsfightracism/
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A climate success story: The ozone layer is on track to recover within 4 decades.
The healing of the Earth's invisible shield is an inspirational example of the world coming together to address global challenges like the climate crisis.
More from @WMO: bit.ly/3ZmSdPz
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NEWS: Meg Medina has been named the 2023/2024 National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature. As a Cuban-American, Medina is the first author of Latina heritage to serve as National Ambassador in the program’s history: go.loc.gov/qxL050MtNH4
ALT Image: Photograph of Meg Medina. Photographer/Scott Elmquist.
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CALLING ALL RESIDENTS OF THESE FINE STATES 📢
If you're not registered to vote DON'T PANIC -- you can still register to vote (AKA: Election Day!)
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NOW PLAYING | SOCIAL JUSTICE FILM FESTIVAL 2022
September 28 - October 2
Over 40 films presented online and in person at Northwest Film Forum.
Tickets are available online and at the door, and virtual screenings available on-demand at socialjusticefilmfestival.or….
We'll see you there!
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Tickets are on sale now for the 2022 Social Justice Film Festival. In-person and online September 28 - October 2. Tickets, passes, and more information at socialjusticefilmfestival.or…
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What's a good film to watch in a master course on degrowth, the climate crisis and alternative economics? All suggestions welcome
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The new generation of artists shaped by a legend. See #AChoiceOfWeapons: Inspired By Gordon Parks a @HBO #Kunhardt Films original documentary about the impact of the legendary photographer. Monday, July 11 at 6:30 PM meaningfulmovies.org/events/…
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Protect our planet we must…
Bad pun, good cause 😆🌳 #Maythe4th #StarWarsDay
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This Thursday, join us for a brief retrospective honoring Social Justice Filmmaker #MaryZournazi with DOGS OF DEMOCRACY and MY REMBETIKA BLUES, presented with @nwfilmforum
May 3 - 5
[online]
bit.ly/mzour
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Mon May 9: Meaningful Movies Presents "The New Corporation" - mailchi.mp/cf6d8fca0b2d/mon-…
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Don't miss BEST OF THE FEST in Spokane, Washington March 18 - 20. Presented by the Social Justice Film Institute and @MMPCommunity
info at socialjusticefilminstitute.o…
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CALL FOR ENTRIES - Submissions officially open TODAY for Social Justice Film Festival 2022
Submit today at filmfreeway.com/SocialJustic…
