By: San Jose Sites

Based on a true story. A story of two siblings separated at a very young age.  Both journey through similar challenges and obstacles while separated, but manage to help each through the hardships after being re-connected.

By: Boynton High School

A short photo essay and typography piece that utilizes imagery from all over the world of women in poverty and illustrates some simple ways to make a big difference.

By: CCOC-Central County Occupational Program

Story about a two teenage lives that intersects through chance for better or worse.

By: East Palo Alto Boys and Girls Club

An educational piece on the history of African queens, done through spoken word as a call to action for their ancestors

By: Redwood City Adobe Youth Voices Peapod Academy

 "ANGEL IN MY SKY" is a coming of age story of young man who searches for answers during a tragic time in his life. He learns a powerful lesson in faith, forgiveness, and staying true to your word. Members of the Adobe Youth Voices Peapod Academy worked together to wr…

By: Mt Pleasant High School

This is a documentary about the filmmaker and his family as they struggle to deal with the deportation of his Father. The filmmaker interviews his father, via a phone conversation, his mother at home and ends with the filmmaker talking directly into the camera. This doc…

By: Rideau High School

This In a creative narrated photo essay, Liam Spero raises awareness about domestic violence.

By: Reel Grrls

The story of a young woman who recently moved to the US from Iran, and her decision to continue wearing the hijab although no longer forced to do so. 

By: Exhibits

Young South African filmmakers celebrate their mothers’ resilience to overcome the obstacles that lay before them.