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A student film about participatory budgeting in NYC schools.
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Why Art Matters
Philadelphia-based artist, Rhonda Babb, was selected by the Human Impacts Institute as the winner of the Voices for Change design competition with her “Your Vote Matters to Her” screen print design.
Dear America
Written and directed by Molly Smith, “Dear America” is a short film that explores the student perspective of gun violence. It was written when Smith herself was in high school.
The Cycle of Litter
Oh, the places it'll go. Discover how ocean pollution affects coastal communities and fisherman in Amanda Ho's short film.
Return Date Unknown
Ukrainian refugee and filmmaker Tymur Tsapliienko shares his views on the cost of war and the price of the world’s dependence on fossil fuels.
What is Democracy? A Lyrical Explanation
Created by students and applicable to all of us, "Democracy - A Musical Production" explains the core tenants of democracy — with the help of a hip-hop beat and sharp lyrics. Made by Ryan Clarke, Jason Brady, Nia Green, Richard…
Be a Good Citizen. Tips from Diplomat Richard Haass
Author and diplomat Richard Haass shares his quick “Haass Takes” on the 10 essential obligations of citizens that can help to heal a divided country and preserve American democracy.
No Early Voting, No Online Registration: Inside MS’s Voting Rights Battle
With the presidential candidates now barnstorming the swing states, voter turnout will be key. As Executive Director of the Mississippi Black Women's Roundtable, Cassandra Welchlin is dedicated specifically to mobilizing Black women to exercise their right to vote.
Illegitimate Voice
In one of most beautiful animated documentaries of 2024, 'Illegitimate Voice' features Stefie Gan as she recounts her experiences with culture shock and racism after moving from Malaysia to New York City.
We the People
This feel-good animated short celebrates the spirit of America and this country's democracy, which was built on the foundation that “We the People” are the source of our government’s power. Individuals can have a say in creating the kind of…
Why Voting Matters
Antonieta Cadiz, Deputy Executive Director for Climate Power En Acción, discusses the intersections of voting and climate change, and how her group is mobilizing Latinos around climate action.
Why Stories Matter
When it comes to climate change, why do stories matter? And how are democracy and the issue of climate change intertwined? In this episode of Voices for Change: Democracy and Climate Action, Hari Sreenivasan, Correspondent at The WNET Group, discusses…