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Kartemquin Films is a home for independent filmmakers developing documentary as a vehicle to deepen our understanding of society through everyday human drama. Focusing on people whose lives are most directly affected by social and political change and who are often overlooked or misrepresented by the media, Kartemquin's films open up a dialogue, both in communities and between the general public and policymakers. Kartemquin documentaries are supported by civic engagement strategies that are developed with local and national partners to foster understanding, change thinking, and build support for social change. As a locally and nationally-recognized media arts organization, Kartemquin acts as a trusted bridge between communities and the media, fosters the growth of emerging filmmaking voices passionate about social issues and media policy, and encourages staff and stakeholders to play a role in advocating for a strong public media.

To organize and manage a monthly film series and an annual film festival that serves the educational, cultural and entertainment needs of the LGBT community and our allies. Through the OUT at the Movies series and the OUT at the Movies Int'l LGBT Film Fest, we celebrate domestic and international film as part of our mission to enrich our community.

FilmNorth’s mission is to empower artists to tell their stories, launch and sustain successful careers, and advance The North as a leader in the national network of independent filmmakers. We achieve our mission by nurturing a vibrant, diverse community of film and media artists; providing education and resources at every stage of their careers; and celebrating their achievements.

Outside the Lens (OTL) activates and amplifies voices of historically marginalized individuals through photography, filmmaking, and media arts, catalyzing change within themselves, their community, and the world. For over 20 years, we have delivered an adaptable curriculum to 22,000 youth in weekly classes, after-school programs, summer sessions, workshops, and teacher training. We use cameras and digital media along with a proven educational strategy that allows youth to think creatively, engage in issues that are important to them, and advocate for social change.

Carolina Public Press is WNC's only 501c3 nonprofit online news service providing unbiased, in-depth & investigative reporting and educational opportunities to journalists, students and others. Launched 2011, we provide public interest news to build an informed, engaged electorate and ensure government accountability

NAMLE’s mission is to be the leading voice, convener and resource to foster critical thinking and effective communication for empowered media participation. We define both education and media broadly. Education includes both formal and informal settings, classrooms and living rooms, in school and after school, anywhere that lifelong learners can be reached. Media includes digital media, computers, video games, radio, television, mobile media, print, and communication technologies that we haven’t even dreamed of yet.

The most important Amencan Value was stated in the Declaration of Independence where the founders wrote the following "All men are created equal and endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights " The first nght listed is the "nght to life" yet the courts and gutless politicians have unleashed in the last 30 years a massive assault on our innocent unborn children We have gone through a nightmare with millions of children destroyed without mercy. But we are close to ending this

Montana Free Press empowers citizens and strengthens our democracy by serving as an independent watchdog covering the most important issues facing the state. MTFP fills the investigative reporting gap created by the decline of statehouse news bureaus and diminished corporate investment in watchdog journalism.

Founded by Apple Distinguished Educator and Microsoft Innovative Educator Trainer Daphne Bradford, Mother of Many (M.O.M. http://www.motherofmany.com) is a grassroots nonprofit using technology and healthy eating programs to keep high school students engaged in school and gain workplace skills. Serving Los Angeles’ lowest performing inner city schools such as Locke, Crenshaw and Dorsey high schools in South Los Angeles—M.O.M. aims to “bridge the digital and STEM career divide” in order to close the achievement gap in neighborhoods where African American and Latino students have little access to technology and fresh foods.

The mission of Southern California Public Radio (dba LAist) is to strengthen the civic and cultural bonds that unite Southern California's diverse communities by providing the highest quality news and information across multiple platforms. We are a public forum that engages its audiences in an ongoing dialogue and exploration of issues, events, and cultures in the region and in the world. We seek to provide greater understanding and new perspectives to the people of these communities and their leaders.

We are here for everyone who wants to be more. Our television, radio, digital media and educational services change lives for the better and help individuals and communities achieve their full potential.We celebrate diversity, embrace innovation, value lifelong learning and partner with those who share our passion for public service.

WCNI is an independent not-for-profit, listener-supported radio station whose FCC license is owned by Connecticut College Community Radio, Inc (CCCR). WCNI is maintained by our executive board which is comprised of members of community, including students at Connecticut College. Our all volunteer staff (the executive board and the DJ's) handle the day to day operations of the radio station. Because each DJ creates their own individual free-form show, WCNI is able to provide a broad range of non-commercial music programming - "from folk to funk, from polka to punk". We broadcast from New London, CT at 90.9 fm and stream globally at wcniradio.org.