Tethered: Immigrant Narratives on Film
Tethered: Immigrant Narratives on Film
May 16th, 7:00-9:30, screening begins at sunset at 8:00 PM
Love Park (JFK Plaza) - 1501 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19102
Join Forman Arts Initiative and Mural Arts for a sunset screening in the iconic Love Park as we showcase a special selection of stories reflecting immigrant perspectives through seven Philadelphia-based filmmakers. Each of these films highlights the diverse experiences of being rooted in one place while having a life lived elsewhere. The films explore various perspectives on family, displacement, motherhood, and the expression of identity and shared experiences.
Among the films, Inti Media’s founder will be showcasing:
Latina Immigrants Navigating Motherhood as part of the Motherhood Project. (USA, 2022,12 min)
Produced by ¡Presente! Media, Directed by Gabriela Watson Burkett
A ¡Presente! Media short documentary about the experiences of three Latina immigrants becoming mothers in the United States.
NAHJ 2025 Conference and Expo: Rompiendo barreras: Liderazgo afrolatino en los medios
Esta sesión explorará la falta de representación en puestos de liderazgo en el periodismo y el entretenimiento. Los profesionales afrolatinos a menudo se enfrentan a barreras que van desde prácticas de promoción poco claras hasta oportunidades limitadas de tutoría. Los panelistas discutirán la importancia de construir relaciones laborales sólidas, compartir experiencias reales de cómo afrontar estos desafíos y describir los pasos a seguir para que los medios de prensa se motiven a tener líderes afrolatinos. La conversación tiene como objetivo dar a los asistentes estrategias para abogar por prácticas de contratación transparentes e iniciativas de desarrollo de liderazgo que reflejen la diversidad de sus comunidades.
Art and Change Grant Info Session, collaboration with Leeway Foundation
Join the Leeway Foundation and visiting fellow Leticia Roa Nixon (ACG '09, '14, '24) for an informational ONLINE session about the Art and Change Grant (ACG). During the session, Leticia will share her experience applying for the ACG. This session will be moderated by Gabriela Watson-Burkett (ACG '19, LTA '22) of Inti Media.
Short Film Screening + Conversation: Civic Engagement in the Latine Community
Join Inti Media for a special showcase featuring short films addressing social issues and encouraging civic engagement. These films capture stories of resilience, creativity, and collective action across Philadelphia and beyond, rooted in the lived experiences of Latine, Black, and Brown communities.
Why Attend?
These films are more than art—they are tools for dialogue, reflection, and change. By centering community voices, the showcase highlights stories that challenge dominant narratives and open pathways for solidarity, civic engagement, and justice.
Location: PhillyCAM — 699 Ranstead St #1, Philadelphia, PA 19106
RSVP: bit.ly/shortfilmscreening
The event is free to attend, but we kindly encourage donations in the range of $10 to $30 to help support this and future events. Your contribution makes a difference! Donate here: https://www.intimedia.org/donate
Stay tuned: more info coming soon.