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Redefining Narratives: Short Films for a Discrimination-Free Edmonton

Wednesday, June 12, 2024
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Metro Cinema
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Join us for a screening of three impactful short documentaries by local organizations countering discrimination in Edmonton!

Join us for a screening of three impactful short documentaries by local organizations countering discrimination in Edmonton! After the screening, engage with a filmmakers panel facilitated by Omar Mouallem, an award-winning journalist, documentarist, and author known for his film “Lebanese Burger Mafia” and more.

 

ALBERTA: GROWING UP BLACK

In 1905, many African Americans immigrated to Alberta from a post-slavery United States. Hear descendents tell about their ancestors as well as their own modern-day experiences.

 

BREAK THE HATE

Follow a youth-led initiative in Edmonton that aims to evaluate and combat online hate.

 

TO BE HEARD

What happens when you report a hate crime or incident in Edmonton? Follow four individuals’ stories about navigating their local systems.


Metro Cinema

8712 109 St NW
Edmonton, AB, T6G 1E9


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