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Inspirational films curated by Western Colorado University
DisABILITY Film Festival features global stories that explore social justice and the lack of educational opportunities for students.
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Out of the Dark
Out of the Dark, a youth-focused series of digital-first films tells intimate, emotional, and sometimes surprising stories of people whose lives have been impacted by mental health issues. The series is diverse by ethnicity, age and gender, and is designed to spark dialogue, create awareness, and inspire a generation of young people to be vocal and open about their mental health journey.
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Suicide Note: A Poet’s Journey Through Depression
Season 1 Episode 3 | 4m 34s | CC
At age fourteen, AKeem was kicked out of his home for coming out as gay, and as a result, faced bullying, homelessness, and depression. After receiving emergency mental health care, he finished writing “Suicide Note” and has since become a vocal mental health activist.
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Race Matters: America in Crisis
Rocky Mountain PBS will broadcast a series of films and new specials focused on race in America following the murder of George Floyd.
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Every year about a dozen news stories and films are honored with a duPont Baton for the strength of their reporting, storytelling and impact in the public interest.