This afternoon CISCFF met with "Imagine Englewood If" and three other community organizations in Englewood. We discussed how the CISCFF High School Programs could be an empowering experience for youth and show the positive work that also happens in Englewood. Our conversation went very well and we see an excellent partnership in the future!
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
A Reflection on CISCFF
Hello,
Today’s blog post is going to be a little different than
past posts. My name is Margot
Young and I am the High School intern for CISCFF and have been helping
kick-start the CISCFF High School Program. This is my last week with CISCFF and
I would like to reflect on my experiences with all of you who have been
watching the progress of the CISCFF High School Program closely.
When I found CISCFF months ago, I was awed by the concept of
integrating both film and social change to try to raise public consciousness. I
have a passion for both film and social change and I was inspired to see Emile
Cambry and Todd Belcore, co-founders and directors, having a vision and making
it a reality.
Over the past few weeks, as I have visited various high
schools and community organizations in the Chicagoland area, I have talked with
many students around my age about the power of film to share a story. The
various people I met throughout this experience have left an imprint on me and
emphasized the creativity and thought that youth have, but often hold
back. That’s why I feel the youth
programs presented by CISCFF are so important because it stresses how we are
never too young to voice our opinions and stand-up for an important cause. Everyone has the ability to make a difference—we
just need to have the confidence to do so.
So that’s why I highly encourage my fellow youth to
participate in either the CISCFF Student Advisory Board or High School Program Event
because it allows a safe place to focus on meaningful issues in the world and
then to act on it. The CISCFF High
School Program is unique in the sense that it is created by youth and later
executed by youth as well. We, as the
young generation, have the power to start driving change, and the CISCFF High
School Program is the perfect place to start now.
I have loved my time volunteering with CISCFF and the
multiple individuals I have worked with throughout the process. I have a
feeling that the Chicago International Social Change Film Festival is going to
be something you can’t pass up!
~Margot
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Meeting with ETHS Interfaith Club
Evanston High School
Bright and early this morning, CISCFF High School intern, Margot, met with Evanston High School's Interfaith Club to discuss the work the CISCFF High School Program has been doing over the past few weeks. She presented the High School Program opportunities to the students who are a part of the Interfaith Club and asked them to spread the word throughout ETHS. The students and Margot discussed the progress of the Chicago International Social Change Film Festival over this past year and the exciting components to come! The students were very engaged and enthusiastic about CISCFF and its mission.
Evanston High School's Interfaith Club meeting with CISCFF intern, Margot, this morning. |
Monday, May 14, 2012
Upcoming Visits
Intern, Margot, presenting to Mr. Jones' U.S. History Class |
Today, we made our last visit at New Trier High School to Mr. Jones' two U.S. History classes. Tomorrow, we will be visiting the Interfaith Club at Evanston High School and Thursday, we will be presenting with "Imagine Engelwood If" to four community organizations in the Engelwood area.
The deadline to apply for the Student Advisory Board is June 1st. The deadline for the High School Program Event is August 1st. To apply, please visit this link: http://chicagosocialchange.org/high-school-program.htm.
Make sure to spread the word to friends and family to apply! Students entering and graduating high school are welcome.
Be part of this program created and executed by youth for youth! Everyone has the capability to contribute something meaningful to the CISCFF High School Program opportunities. If you're a filmmaker, artist, social change agent, or just want to explore the film, technology, and social action world, please apply for the Student Advisory Board or High School Program Event. We're looking for passion and individuals who want to take the most out of the day possible!
Friday, May 11, 2012
University of Chicago Lab School
University of Chicago Lab School |
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Zoe BAKORU-BAKOKO
Please take a look at this video from the Oprah Winfrey Show of Zoe Bakoru-Bakoko. Zoe Bakoru-Bakoko, former Cabinet Minister and member of Parliament of Uganda, spoke at our Read/Write Event last Saturday. The work she has done in Uganda is truly inspiring. It is change agents like Zoe that have an impact around the globe. Anyone has the potential to be a similar change agent--no matter what age. She will also speak at the official Chicago International Social Change Film Festival in October.
Stay tuned.
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Jones College Prep Visit!
We met a wonderful group of students today who are on Student
Government at Jones College Prep. We feel so fortunate to have talked
to such excellent groups of youth these past couple of days. About
twenty student leaders make up the Student Government at Jones. This is
just one more among the many terrific visits we've had this week.
The CISCFF Student Advisory Board and CISCFF High School Program event have really taken shape over these past few weeks. For more information on the CISCFF High School Program, please visit this link: http://chicagosocialchange.org/high-school-program.htm.
The CISCFF Student Advisory Board and CISCFF High School Program event have really taken shape over these past few weeks. For more information on the CISCFF High School Program, please visit this link: http://chicagosocialchange.org/high-school-program.htm.
High school intern, Margot Young, presenting to Student Government at Jones College Prep
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
CISCFF Makes a Visit to 8th Grade Students
8th Grade Students at Brown Elementary |
Monday, May 7, 2012
CISCFF Hard at Work!
Zoe Bakoru-Bakoko
We at CISCFF have had a lot going on this past week! On Saturday, we had out Read/Write event and Zoe Bakoru-Bakoko, Former Cabinet Minister and member of Parliament of Uganda, spoke about her experiences living in Uganda. Her words were truly powerful and inspiring for what he aspire this Festival to be!
This Sunday, we visited the Chicago Sinai Congregation and spoke to the 8th graders and high school students. Some of the students were very excited by the opportunity!
Chicago Sinai Congregation
We also went to present to high school students who are a part of Voice of the City (http://www.voiceofthecity.org/). The students use the arts to tell a story and that's why we felt the opportunities for youth in the CISCFF High School Program could be of great interest to them. Many of the students were very enthused. It's really encouraging to us at CISCFF to find students so interested in the kind of work we're doing, and dedicated to doing something meaningful.
Voice of the City
Friday, May 4, 2012
World Give Day
Today is World Give Day! Make sure to support the causes you care about and to give in any possible way. Actions big or small have the power to make a difference. So, take the initiative to give in some way--not just today, every day.
***Check out this website:
http://www.worldgiveday.com/
***Check out this website:
http://www.worldgiveday.com/
CISCFF Visits New Trier's Video Art Class
This morning we had our first High School Program presentation at New Trier High School!
We will continue our visits at New Trier on Monday and are hoping to draw a variety of students to the High School Program. During the presentations, we try to emphasize how we would like youth to have a strong voice in the framework of developing this program. We also believe that film is a powerful medium to drive social change and they can be part of something new and empowering. It is never too early to start expressing your passions and to try to make a difference! No prior experience is necessary to participate in the Student Advisory Board and High School Program event. We just want engaged and passionate individuals!
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
This week at CISCFF, we have really made progress in developing an outreach to high schools and high school affiliated programs across the Chicago-land area. As mentioned in a previous post, we will be visiting New Trier High School starting this Friday and continuing on Monday, May 7th and Thursday, May 10th.
Also on Monday 7th, we'll be presenting to high school students at Voice of the City (http://www.voiceofthecity.org/) about the High School Program. On Tuesday, we'll be making another presentation to 8th grade students who are a part of the L.I.F.E. program.
We are also proud to announce that on May 17th we'll be partnering with "Imagine Engelwood If" to present to a selection of community organizations in Engelwood that focus on youth empowerment. We have a lot ahead of us and will keep everyone updated! Check back on Friday to hear an update on our first CISCFF High School Program presentation!
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
"I am Congo"
"I am Congo"
Watch this new film series, "I am Congo," sponsored by the Enough Project's Raise Hope for the Congo Campaign. It embodies CISCFF's mission to use film and art as a means to drive social change. We're going to track the progress of this film series, and are happy to see individuals using film as a powerful change agent.
Monday, April 30, 2012
CISCFF Hosting High School Program Event at DePaul CDM School
The CISCFF High School Program is officially hosting "Day 1" (September 8th) of the High School Program Event at DePaul University's College of Computing and Digital Media! Now our location is set! We have been reaching out to community organizations, along with Chicago-land high schools, to try to get high school students involved in the Student Advisory Board and the event.
Yesterday, the minds of CISCFF met at Northwestern University's
Law School to discuss the progress of the various components of the
Chicago International Social Change Film Festival. The energy and passion of the individuals involved with CISCFF is strong! Stay updated for CISCFF sponsored events coming soon.
This Saturday, CISCFF is hosting a screening of "Admissions" at Read/Write Library
(914 N. California, Walton Entrance, Chicago, IL 60622)
from 5-7 pm. Anyone is welcome!
Please RSVP at https://www.facebook.com/events/292329100851356/
Northwestern University Law School
This Saturday, CISCFF is hosting a screening of "Admissions" at Read/Write Library
(914 N. California, Walton Entrance, Chicago, IL 60622)
from 5-7 pm. Anyone is welcome!
Please RSVP at https://www.facebook.com/events/292329100851356/
Friday, April 27, 2012
Today CISCFF worked on our promotional video for the Festival! We've been working on developing various materials for the CISCFF High School Program, fliers, postcards, pamphlets, etc. Check out our High School Program flier below. Remember, let us know if you would like a visit at your high school!
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Potential Space for High School Program Workshops
Today, we went to tour the classrooms in DePaul's College of Computing and Digital Media as a possible place to host the High School Program workshops in September. It seems like a good space! We at CISCFF will keep you updated on our progress.
Targeting Youth To Drive Change
The Huffington Post and YSA are featuring the "25 Most Powerful and Influential Young People in the World" daily to emphasize the powerful influence of youth. With CISCFF's mission to showcase the impact of driving social change through film, the CISCFF High School Program embraces the voice of youth to act as change agents. Take a look at the amazing work Huffington Post is featuring! It's good to see others recognizing the great work youth do every day in our communities.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/20/the-25-most-powerful-and-_n_1440162.html
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/20/the-25-most-powerful-and-_n_1440162.html
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Chicago Youth Express Interest in Social Change
Yesterday,
students across the Chicago-land area gathered together for the first day of
the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates. The youth presence was
outstanding! Check out this article:
In
the coming weeks, CISCFF is going to speak to New Trier Township High School's
Integrated Global Study School (IGSS) about opportunities to participate in the
CISCFF Student Advisory Board and apply for the high school program, which is taking
place this September. Yesterday, IGSS students attended the World Summit of
Nobel Peace Laureates. We look forward to meeting with IGSS
students who have illustrated an interest in social change. Check out the photo below of
IGSS students at the Summit!
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