Through these life experiences, as a female filmmaker of color, I have a particular lens through which I engage and tell stories in an effort to increase and encourage diverse stories to be told on the big screen. I believe it is important now more than ever to tell the stories of marginalized and under-represented communities to inspire other youth of color to be the change they want to see in their communities.

I spent my formative high school years heavily inspired by a fellow peer, currently a climate change activist, on his defiance of the status quo. He found his voice to advocate for a cause that meant the world to him. In this similar fashion, I have found my voice as a documentarian to highlight these valiant efforts to right the wrongs of history and pave the way for future generations. 

By the end of the documentary, I want the audience to be engrossed in the visceral, powerful and ephemeral energy and emotions that come with constructing, leading and participating in a protest. Diving into the founders personal lives, we will highlight the qualities and interests that make them dimensional people, enigmatic activists, and a cohesive collective that will be at the forefront of this next wave of change. 

Freedom Day is really my love letter, as a black woman and black filmmaker, to my community. I want them to feel seen, heard and realized as real people who are still struggling to combat issues that are very pervasive in our society. I want those who watch this film to not only take away the importance of being reflective on race relations and equality in this country; but I want them to realize no problem is too big for anyone to undertake when we combine our collective forces to bring about change. The time is here and the time is now.