API News – The National Coalition Against Censorship’s “Youth Voices Uncensored” is an afternoon of film screenings and discussions about youth media addressing important social and political issues.
The March 28, 2009, event at New York Film Academy in Manhattan features ten short films that address topics from abstinence-only education and sexuality to racism and immigration, followed by discussions. “Youth today are transforming our political landscape, and they are doing so largely through the world of film and new media,” said Brian Pickett, event organizer. “As technology becomes easier to use and more widely accessible, we are seeing youth video production emerge as a significant way for young people to put a mark on their world. Young people are finding that posting videos on YouTube, MySpace and Facebook is an empowering and effective way to advocate for social change. Further, youth media organizations are playing an important role in expanding the audience for youth-made media and increasing the likelihood that the voices of tomorrow’s leaders will be heard today.”
