Social Change Through Film
We are committed to transforming the film industry by focusing our efforts on four core areas:
Developing Aspiring Black Filmmakers: By developing new voices in film, we can revolutionize culture. NPF provides aspiring Black filmmakers with the leadership training, technical instruction, cultural enrichment, and hands-on learning they need to be successful. We also introduce filmmakers to West African rite of passage principles of self-discovery to help them create personal and meaningful stories for their communities and beyond.
Building a Diverse Network of Storytellers: We are breaking barriers in the industry by building an energized coalition of diverse leaders and progressive storytellers. We provide a critical support network by introducing storytellers to like-minded peers and connecting them to mentors, educators, and experts in the entertainment industry.
Providing Culturally-Relevant Content: Diverse perspectives and stories advance social justice and act as counterprogramming to divisive, false narratives in culture. Our student initiatives produce diverse, relevant stories that can make a transformative impact on communities. Our workshops inspire people to take action.
Maximizing Reach + Scaling Impact: Through partnerships we leverage media platforms and opportunities to showcase storytellers’ work broadly, maximizing its cultural impact.
Building a Diverse Network of Storytellers: We are breaking barriers in the industry by building an energized coalition of diverse leaders and progressive storytellers. We provide a critical support network by introducing storytellers to like-minded peers and connecting them to mentors, educators, and experts in the entertainment industry.
Providing Culturally-Relevant Content: Diverse perspectives and stories advance social justice and act as counterprogramming to divisive, false narratives in culture. Our student initiatives produce diverse, relevant stories that can make a transformative impact on communities. Our workshops inspire people to take action.
Maximizing Reach + Scaling Impact: Through partnerships we leverage media platforms and opportunities to showcase storytellers’ work broadly, maximizing its cultural impact.