/ 2021

The Edge of the Frame: Iye Yin Dae

Iye Yin Dae, A Philadelphia artist, musician, and teacher speaks of his skepticism of the political process, why he votes, and his hopes for his students. Music: The Saints by Iye Yin Dae

Video On Demand

Transition & Triumph In Memorium video w/ Bootsy Collins

Presented in Partnership with AARP
Solution Sessions: Prison Reform w/ Inez Bordeaux, Jae Shepherd, James Lopez, Jesse Williams, Judith Browne Davis, Maria Fernandez

A conversation led by grassroots organizers who will share their community strategies and best practices to help you develop a roadmap for overhauling our criminal legal system. Featuring thought leaders, activists, and educators from Advancement Project, Close the Workhouse Coalition, and Power U.
The Edge of the Frame: Shawn Holmes

Shawn Holmes, A Milwaukee EMT, firefighter and nursing student describes the challenges of his work in response to COVID-19, and explains why voting is important to first responders. The Edge of the Frame: A Black Voter Engagement Video Project is Directed By Jordan Thomas Produced by Emerald Media
The Edge of the Frame: King Bethel

King Bethel, A 14 year-old performer and student speaks of his love of Detroit, singing at a Pistons game, and why he wishes he could vote.
The Edge of the Frame: Marcella Riley

Marcella Riley, A retired Milwaukee NAACP secretary expresses her frustration at not being able to do what she always does during election season – take seniors to the polls during the pandemic – and what she’ll do instead to get out the vote.
The Edge of the Frame: Kristal Reyes

Kristal Reyes, A Detroit clinical social worker in long-term recovery enumerates the reasons why she votes.
The Edge of the Frame: Anita Johnson

Anita Johnson, The Wisconsin ID Coalition Coordinator for VoteRiders describes her work and the tough choice Milwaukeeans had to make during the April 7 primary.
The Edge of the Frame: Kwasi Stampley

Kwasi Stampley, A musician, student, and grocery store employee discusses life in Milwaukee during the pandemic and why he votes. Music: That’s What I Believe (instrumental) by K-STAMP.
The Edge of the Frame: Craig Samuel

Craig Samuel, A Brooklyn entrepreneur speaks about the challenges of running restaurants during the pandemic, surviving the virus, and the importance of voting.
The Edge of the Frame: Laura Canty-Samuel

Laura Canty-Samuel, A Brooklyn comedy writer, comedian and digital producer discusses the importance of artists in this time, her empathy for younger people, and why it’s important to vote.
The Edge of the Frame: David Rose

David Rose, A Philadelphia urban designer explains why voting and policymaking are critical to the planning of our cities. Music: Empty by Anahata
The Edge of the Frame: Jasmine Thompson

Jasmine Thompson, A Philadelphia urban farmer discusses her work to improve our food system and how her vote affects her work.
The Edge of the Frame: Iye Yin Dae

Iye Yin Dae, A Philadelphia artist, musician, and teacher speaks of his skepticism of the political process, why he votes, and his hopes for his students. Music: The Saints by Iye Yin Dae
The Edge of the Frame: Silver Moore

Silver Moore, A Detroit educator and entrepreneur discusses the impact of her work and her vote.
Local & Vocal: Winning Strategies for Prison Reform

A conversation led by grassroots organizers who will share their community strategies and best practices to help you develop a roadmap for overhauling our criminal legal system. Featuring thought leaders, activists, and educators from Advancement Project, Close the Workhouse Coalition, and Power U.