Creating safe spaces: Empowering black talent in film & TV
Thursday, January 30, 2025 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM · 45 min. (America/Toronto)
Governor General's III (4th floor)
Session
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This inspiring session will explore the findings from the Creating Safe Space for Black Emerging Talent report, recently released by OYA Black Arts Coalition. Hear directly from trailblazing creators and industry leaders as they discuss the importance of mentorship, authentic storytelling, and community building as we move beyond stereotypes and create systems of support that foster safety and opportunity for Black talent in Canada’s screen industry.
Moderated by Silvana Rose Miller, Development Executive, OYA Media Group
Speakers
Emmanuelle Tabi
Assistant Professor, Black/African Studies in Education Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE), Faculty of EducationMcGill UniversityOlly Azeez
Program Coordinator | DirectorOBACOrla Gariques
Marketing DirectorInner City FilmsKamika Bianca Guerra-Walker
Founder of the Walker Foundation, Film Director, Multidisciplinary VisionarySilvana Rose Miller
Development ExecutiveOYA Media Group